medical administrative assistant
Title posted on CareerBeacon - Clinical Assistant
Posted on June 15, 2026 by Employer details Insight Optometry
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To Apply: Please complete and submit our online application at https://jbtmz.me/s/?e=jvPV0yzB. This will be the only accepted form of application for this position. Incomplete applications will not be considered. This position is not suitable for someone looking for summer student employment. Applications will be reviewed upon receipt. Insight Optometry thanks all interested job seekers for their interest. Only those candidates shortlisted will be contacted for interviews. Full time: shifts can be between 4 to 12 hours, and will vary Monday - Saturday, as early as 7:30 am, and as late at 7:30 pm.Contracted Benefits:After 3 months:Medical and Dental Insurance (including Healthcare Spending account and EAP)Life and Long term disability Insurance (including Accidental Death and Dismemberment Insurance)After 6 months:Internal Eye Care benefitsPaid Vacation & Personal TimeProduction bonusAfter 1 year:Pension plan with employer contributionPosition SummaryOur Clinical team is instrumental in creating the welcoming, professional and efficient experience we commit to each visitor of Insight Optometry. The clinical assistant role begins with guiding each patient through the preliminary steps of their eye exam. Employing effective communication with our patients and our entire team, our assistants ensure a comfortable and thorough experience in our healthcare first patient centred environment. Flexibility and teamwork is key in adapting to individual patient needs, to a varying task load and to changes in schedule, in order to meet the needs of both the patients and professionals.Key Responsibilities/AccountabilitiesGreeting and welcoming patients in a friendly and professional mannerProviding instructions and conducting preliminary testsUpdating personal health history and maintaining accurate patient recordsMaintaining and cleaning instruments, equipment and clinical areas in between each patientAssisting the optometrist during eye examinationsAddressing patient inquiries, and providing education on things like home treatments for dry eyesCollaborate effectively with colleagues to ensure seamless patient care and office operationsFollow protocols to handle sensitive information and maintain confidentiality and securityClinical opening & closing proceduresEducation / Certification / RequirementsHighschool diploma minimum; additional certification in healthcare associated fields or equivalent.Experience in a fast-paced customer/patient facing service delivery environment required.Experience as a receptionist or similar, preferably in a healthcare setting considered an asset.Skills/ Knowledge / Competencies RequiredExceptional interpersonal skills, verbal and written communication skills - able to tailor communications to suit different audiencesProficiency with Microsoft Suite, and good comfort level with navigating digital platformsProblem solving - using creativity and innovative thinking to find answers and determine solutionsAbility to work independently, take initiative, and demonstrate leadershipSkilled at time management and organization, with a strong attention to detailFlexible and adaptable to changing tasks and schedulesStrong teamwork skills and the ability to collaborate effectively with colleaguesFriendly, caring, professional demeanor with a focus on patient careWorking ConditionsFast-paced, busy office environment requiring frequent communication with patients and team members. The role involves regular movement throughout the workspace, including periods of standing and walking. Some physical contact with patients is required as part of providing care and support. Scheduled shifts vary and rotate among the team to reflect coverage for our full office hours: Mon-Thurs 8am-7pm, Fri 8am-6 pm, Sat 9am-2pm (excl. Holidays & Saturdays from July-Sept)Other benefits:Closed on HolidaysSocial Committee sponsored events (highlights: Halifax Wanderers Games, Trivia Night, Board Game Night, Sailing, Curling, Bowling?)Fam- Location Halifax, NS
- Work location On site
- Salary$18.00 to $18.00HOUR hourly
- Terms of employment Permanent employmentFull time
- Starts as soon as possible
- vacancies 1 vacancy
- Source CareerBeacon #2231275
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