The Ophthalmology Clinic provides subspecialty pediatric/neonatal clinics within the McMaster Children's Hospital

The Ophthalmic Technician performs duties as outlined in the Eye Clinic of 4V2 and includes assisting several ophthalmologists, as well as independent testing of clients for various vision tests.

Monday to Friday; days

1. Ophthalmic Technician Certificate from an approved Community College
2. JCAHPO certification preferred
3. Current C.P.R.
4. Current and demonstrated (3 to 5 years) experience in an ophthalmologist office or hospital setting as an Ophthalmic Technician
5. Demonstrated experience and competence with the following equipment: Humphrey's Automated Perimeter, Corneal Topography, Potential Acuity Meter Testing, Fundus Photography, and Slit Lamp Photography
6. Demonstrated computer experience
7. Demonstrated knowledge in assisting physicians with vision, pressures, history taking and neutralizing glasses
8. Demonstrated knowledge of medical terminology
9. Demonstrated ability to assist in minor procedures related to the eye clinic
10. Demonstrated ability and willingness to learn new equipment

Hamilton Health Sciences fosters a culture of patient and staff safety, whereby all employees are guided by our Mission, Vision, Values, and Values Based Code of Conduct. Hamilton Health Sciences is a teaching hospital and all staff and physicians are expected to support students and other learners.

To be considered for this opportunity applicants must apply during the posting period. All internal and external applicants may ONLY apply via the Careers website.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer and we will accommodate any needs under the Canadian Charter of Rights and Freedom, Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act and the Ontario Human Rights Code. Hiring processes will be modified to remove barriers to accommodate those with disabilities, if requested. Should any applicant require accommodation through the application processes, please contact HR Services at 905-521-2100, Ext. 46947 for assistance. If the applicant requires a specific accommodation because of a disability during an interview, the applicant will need to advise the hiring manager when scheduling the interview and the appropriate accommodations can be made.

This competition is open to all qualified applicants, however, qualified internal applicants will be considered first. Past performance will be considered as part of the selection process. If you are a previous employee of Hamilton Health Sciences, please note: the circumstances around an employee's exit will be considered prior to an offer of employment

Proficiency in both Official Languages, French and English, is considered an asset

If this position is temporary, selection for this position will be as per the outlined Collective Agreements: