Receptionist - Optometrist assistant
Sydney, Nova Scotia, Canada
Entry Level
Full-Time
Top Benefits
Competitive Salary
Staff Discounts
Annual Performance Reviews
About the role
Receptionist / Optometrist Assistant
Join Our Team!
We are currently seeking a friendly, detail-oriented, and customer-focused Receptionist / Optometrist Assistant to join our team on a part-time basis.
If you enjoy working with people, thrive in a fast-paced environment, and have excellent organizational skills, we would love to hear from you!
Qualifications
- Excellent phone etiquette and customer service skills
- Strong attention to detail
- Ability to multitask and work efficiently in a busy environment
- Professional, friendly, and positive attitude
- Previous optical or healthcare experience is considered an asset, but is not required
Responsibilities
Duties include, but are not limited to:
- Greeting patients in a professional and friendly manner
- Entering and maintaining patient information accurately
- Pre-testing patients prior to appointments (training provided)
- Scheduling and confirming appointments
- Billing and processing insurance claims
- General front desk and clerical duties, including filing, scanning, and faxing
- Contacting patients to book eye examinations and recalls
- Balancing payments and completing end-of-day procedures
Position Details
- Full-Time:
- Position based at our Membertou location but some paid travel to our location in Glace Bay is required.
What We Offer
✅ Competitive salary ✅ Staff discounts ✅ Annual performance reviews ✅ Training and development opportunities ✅ Supportive and professional work environment