Part Time Ophthalmology Technician for Specialist Practice

Part Time Ophthalmic Technician for Private Ophthalmology Practice - No previous experience necessary 

Required hours will be approx. 40- 48 hours per fortnight with additional hours now and then to cover leave periods. 

Our busy ophthalmology practice is in Mundingburra, Townsville.  This position will suit a motivated technician who will work directly with patients and our small team.  Ophthalmology experience is not a pre-requisite. 

High importance will be given to critical thinking, above average communication skills and operational abilities.  The appropriate candidate will be required to master a number of testing & diagnostic machines in order to successfully carry out the role. The successful candidate must be comfortable with technology and have a reasonable skill level of computer literacy and familiarity. 

At times additional hours may be needed to cover holidays / sick leave. Some flexibility would be desirable.

Key Responsibilities

Applicants will be required to carry out the following (or have the ability to be taught how to carry out):

• Willingness to work in a small, busy team
• Possess a warm personality with a mature work ethic
• Ability to engage with patients and be well spoken as a first point of contact
• Be capable of providing a high level of quality care delivered in a professional manner
• Take accurate, relevant and detailed patient particulars in relation to the patient’s medical history
• Carry out visual assessment and testing prior to consultation with the doctor
• Successfully master specific testing and diagnostic equipment as required
• Carry out all associated administrative duties of the role. 

Must have:

• Permanent Australian Residency
• Up to date Covid 19 vaccinations 
• Ability to maintain positive working relationships with all team members
• Priority regard for confidentiality across all business functions
• Ability to adhere to established procedures, protocols and line management process and follow directives as required
• Excellent communications and rapport building skills
• Ability to maintain high professional work standards, including personal conduct, behaviours and presentation
• Ability to work independently with effective communication, initiative, problem solving, multi-tasking and time management skills.