Surgical Assistant

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SURGICAL ASSISTANT | Kitchener

Working in clinic a TLC Laser Eye Centre (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.    

The wage range for this role is between $23.73-$29.67/hr. 

This job posting is for an existing vacancy within our organization.

A look at your benefits      

• You are eligible to receive a bonus.
• You have a permanent full-time position. Please note that weekly hours are based on operational needs, may vary, and are not guaranteed. 
• You benefit from a free LASIK surgery, 3 weeks of vacation, 3 sick daysc& 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 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.

 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 may be required to travel to other clinics, such as Oakville, London, or Toronto, for training or to provide occasional support.
  

Schedule: Monday through Friday, 7:00 am to 3:30 pm. 

Address: 31 Kingsbury Dr, Kitchener, ON N2A 2L9.

From our point of view     

Whatever your profile, we are above all looking for someone beyond the CV, since you can benefit from in-house training. Only your motivation and your desire to learn are part of our selection criteria.