Surgical Assistant

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SURGICAL ASSISTANT | Calgary, AB

*Please note that you will be considered as part of a candidate pool for upcoming permanent, full-time opportunities.*

Working in a LASIK MD clinic (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. 37hrs/week). 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 days, a floater day & 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 sterilize instruments and set up tools as needed.
• You reassure patients before and after their procedure and ensure they feel at ease showing empathy.
• You clearly explain the post-operative medication (eye drops) schedule to patients.
• You coordinate the flow of patients in and out of the operating room.
• You are comfortable working on your feet in the operating room and within the operating room area.
• You are a stickler for details and work with precision and accuracy. 
• You like working in a team and know by heart the actions to take to coordinate each intervention.
• You help support other technical roles as needed, such as Clinical Assisting.
• 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.).
• Schedule: You have flexible availability to work Monday to Friday between 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM.

From our point of view   

If you think you are the right candidate for this position and are ready to join a passionate and dedicated team, apply now.