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Surgical Assistant

King LASIK

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#LASIK
Full TimeOn Site0-2 yrsPosted 2 days ago

Location

Edmonton, Alberta

Quick overview

The Surgical Assistant is responsible for sterilizing instruments, setting up tools, and coordinating patient flow in and out of the operating room. They also provide emotional support to patients and explain post-operative medication schedules.

Requirements summary

Candidates should have excellent English communication skills and a strong interest in healthcare, with experience in roles like Dental or Optometric Assistant being an asset. Flexibility to work Monday to Friday and rotating Saturdays is required.

Patient CareRisk ManagementEmpathyMicrosoft 365Patient CoordinationEnglish CommunicationInstrument SterilizationEMR SystemsPost-operative CarePrecision and Accuracy

Job description

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SURGICAL ASSISTANT | Edmonton, AB Working in a King LASIK clinic (an affiliated entity of Vision Group) is to help improve people's eyesight. It is having the feeling of a mission accomplished and a job well done. It is seeing happiness in the eyes of patients and realizing that you have changed the way they see life. All of this can be achieved while having the opportunity to build a stable and rewarding career that meets your full potential. Join our team, where our Great Place to Work® certification represents our commitment to creating a supportive and inclusive culture for every member of our organization. A look at your benefits You are eligible to receive a bonus. You have a temporary full-time position (approx. 35-40hrs/week). You benefit from a free LASIK surgery, 3 weeks of vacation, 3 sick days, 1 floater day & 1 wellness day. You benefit from an Employee Assistance Program. You work with experts in Ophthalmology & you can count yourself as a team member of one of Canada’s Best Managed Companies. Your tasks at a glance You sterilize instruments and set up tools as needed. You reassure patients before and after their procedure and ensure they feel at ease showing empathy. You clearly explain the post-operative medication (eye drops) schedule to patients. You coordinate the flow of patients in and out of the operating room. You are comfortable working on your feet in the operating room and within the operating room area. You are a stickler for details and work with precision and accuracy. You like working in a team and know by heart the actions to take to coordinate each intervention. You support the organization’s Risk Management program by identifying and promptly reporting patient safety concerns, incidents, or potential risks to clinic management, to assist in the organization’s overall efforts to identify, report, and mitigate risks. A clear view of your assets You have excellent communication skills in English. You find it easy to connect with others and quickly build trust. You have a sense of responsibility and take your role seriously. You have a definite interest in the field of health and in helping others. You are comfortable with computers, technology, and Microsoft 365 (knowledge of EMR systems is an asset). Your experience in the healthcare field is considered an asset (Optometric Assistant, Orderly, Dental Assistant, Pharmacy Lab Technician, Sterilization Assistant, Animal Health Technician, Veterinary Assistant, Medical Device Reprocessing Technician, etc.).

Required

You have the willingness to help out our partnering LASIK MD clinics in the Edmonton region when needed (LASIK MD South & LASIK MD North West locations).

Schedule

  • You have flexible availability to work
  • Monday to
  • Friday between the hours of 8:00
  • AM - 4:00 PM, with Saturdays on rotation. From our point of view If you think you are the right candidate for this position and are ready to join a passionate and dedicated team, apply now.

Benefits

  • Bonus
  • Free LASIK surgery
  • 3 weeks of vacation
  • 3 sick days
  • 1 floater day
  • 1 wellness day
  • Employee Assistance Program

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King LASIK

King LASIK eye care practice is led by Dr. Joseph King, a board-certified ophthalmologist widely recognized as one of the most experienced eye surgeons throughout the Pacific Northwest & Western Canada. Dr. King & his outstanding vision correction team provide the latest...

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IndustryMedical Practices
TypePrivately Held
Size51-200 employees
HQRenton, WA
Founded2009

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Dental assistant roles in Alberta are typically supported by ongoing patient demand and clinic staffing needs, especially in practices that value reliable front-desk and chairside support. Competition can be stronger for candidates with clear English communication, healthcare interest, and prior Dental or Optometric Assistant experience, while schedule flexibility for Monday to Friday and rotating Saturdays can help. The requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description, saving you research time; before applying, confirm the schedule and benefits match your availability and priorities.

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