LASIK MD·Winnipeg, Manitoba
You will specialize in the tools and technologies used for intraocular and LASIK procedures while preparing the operating room for surgeons. Additionally, you will provide support and reassurance to patients throughout their surgical experience.
SURGICAL ASSISTANT | Winnipeg, MB Working for LASIK MD (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 permanent full-time position (approx. 35hrs/week). You benefit from a free LASIK surgery, 3 weeks of vacation, 3 sick days, 1 floater & 1 wellness day. You benefit from group insurance, telemedicine & RRSP match. 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 will become a specialist of the tools and technologies used in intraocular and/or LASIK procedures. You are the person the surgeon relies on to prepare the room and its tools before the procedures. You always find the right words to support and reassure the patient if necessary. You thrive in a team environment and know by heart the actions to take to coordinate and support each intervention. You are comfortable working on your feet in the operating room. You are a stickler for details and work with precision and accuracy. 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.). You can travel to other clinics for training (expenses covered by Vision Group).
Candidates should have excellent English communication skills and a strong interest in the healthcare field. Proficiency with computers and Microsoft 365 is required, while previous experience in a clinical or medical support role is considered an asset.
Market context
Dental assistant openings in Manitoba are typically driven by steady demand in private practices and clinics that need licensed support staff. These roles are competitive because employers often prefer candidates with prior assisting experience, provincial registration or certification, and Canadian work authorization. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then confirm your registration status and tailor your application to any hands-on chairside experience.
