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If you are looking for an exciting opportunity that helps you build a patient base while also being clinically challenged as a Chiropodist, LMC Footcare may be the right opportunity for you!  About LMC Healthcare:LMC Healthcare is Canada’s largest specialist care provider in diabetes, endocrinology & metabolism. With over 15 multi-disciplinary centres and 20 clinical research sites, we are transforming diabetes care by making it more accessible, comprehensive, and patient-centric than ever before.   Our team:Our skilled team consists of Medical Specialists including Endocrinologists, Pharmacists, Optometrists, Nutritionists, Chiropodists, and the Centricity research team. All working together as a cohesive team to best manage patient care.Patient base:LMC has developed an extensive internal and external patient referral system which leads to a wide variety of patients seeking care in our clinics. We are committed to providing care and treatment to all types of patients with simple to complex footcare concerns.  Our typical patient base consists of patients living with diabetes as well as those with biomechanical concerns as well as skin and nail conditions.Currently, our rapidly growing team is in need of a Chiropodist who can work 2 days per week (any combination of Monday, Thursday, Saturday) at the LMC Oakville location. More about the opportunity:4 referring Endocrinologists onsite.Existing patient demand.Internal and external marketing programs so that you can have a continuously growing patient base.Opportunity to advance in your career by access to research opportunities and well-developed patient groups.Extensive product knowledge training (orthotics, compression, OTCs etc.).Direct support from the Footcare Division’s Medical Director, Manager, Medical Education and Clinical Operations, Chiropody Coordinator and Medical Office Assistant.  Support to assist with your onboarding, product conversions, clinical supplies, operational procedures, IT etc.Support from Chiropody, Medical Director to provide clinical support for complex or unique conditions.Responsibilities:Full scope of practice Chiropody according to the standards of the College of Chiropodists of Ontario.Providing patient care including and not limited to nail and callous care, wart treatments, treating chronic and acute wounds, performing soft tissue surgeries, biomechanical and gait analysis for offloading purposes.Collaborating with an inter-professional team including Endocrinologists, Nurses, Diabetes Educators, Pharmacists, etc.Ensuring treatment rooms and equipment are all well maintained.Providing foot education to patients and other local professionals.Networking with community physicians.Qualifications:Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.Expertise in providing care to individuals with diabetes.Proficiency in use of EMR systems.Excellent decision making and problem-solving skills.Ability to take initiative.Willingness to work in a team environment.Graduate Diploma from a recognized school of Chiropody with professional certification (D.Ch. or D.Pod.M.).Member in good standing with College of Chiropodists without limitations.LMC Healthcare is an organization committed to ensuring accessible services and communications to individuals with disabilities. Once an applicant has been selected for an interview, requests for accommodation can be made at any stage of the recruitment process. Applicants need to make their accommodation needs known when contacted. To apply for this opportunity, please contact [email protected] thank all candidates, however, only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted. Experienced

Optometric Assistant Requisition ID 2023-11450 Department Optometry Employment Type Permanent Time Type Full-Time Hiring Range $44,817 - $56,022 Job Category Optometry / Optometrist Job Location : Location CA-ON-Kitchener Overview The Optometric Assistant is a dynamic role central to enhancing patient care and clinic efficiency. Responsibilities span from patient reception and scheduling to ophthalmic testing, as per the scope of practice of the Canadian Certified Optometric Assistant (CCOA) certification. The role also encompasses managing the dispensary, assisting with frame and lens selection, and overseeing adjustments and repairs. Ideal for a candidate with strong organizational and customer service skills, this position offers a unique opportunity to contribute significantly to patient care while supporting the clinic's operational, educational and revenue goals in a stimulating professional environment. This position is contingent on funding. Responsibilities Patient ReceptionHandles incoming telephone calls to the Waterloo Eye Institute (WEI) and orients patients to the WEI’s mandate, services and processesPrepares and manages the patient schedule in VisualEyes (EMR system), and schedules appointments in accordance with optometrist availability and appointment criteria, including assigning Optometrists and student interns to clinic roomsConfirms patient appointments and notifies patients of any fees associated with the services provided; attempts to fill any openings due to cancellations to optimize WEI revenueVerifies eligibility for OHIP and third-party coverage for all scheduled patientsGreets patients in the WEI and notifies doctors and interns of patient arrival; routes patients through the WEI via the EMR system to optimize patient flowFollows up with patients who do not show for their appointment to initiate another appointment booking to optimize patient care and clinic revenueMaintains a computerized recall system and contacts patients to book a recall appointmentPatient/Administrative Records MaintenanceProcesses patient records in accordance with OHIP and 3rd party billing requirements, consistent with clinic policies and procedures, including checking any follow up appointments or invoicing/billing concerns and notifying the appropriate person to address the issueEnsures patient records are up-to-date by verifying patient personal information at time of appointment booking or at check-in/arrival to appointmentMaintains and records patient statistics and clinician attendance recordsProvides administrative support as requiredPrepares and distributes student evaluations in the electronic student evaluation system or paper evaluation formsSolicits and records patient consent for teaching and research in support of the School’s teaching and research mandatePayments/Supplies & Inventory MaintenanceReceives payments in accordance with the financial policies and procedures of the clinic and the university, including invoicing and receiving payment for third party billingsUndertakes daily reconciliation of day-end transactions (cash/credit/debit and parking vouchers)Orders, monitors and maintains supplies, products or equipment required for use in the Clinic, and replenishes Clinic exam room supplies as requiredAssists with the ordering and/or dispensing of spectacle and/or contact lenses and other products required to provide appropriate care for patientsAssists with the annual fiscal year-end WEI inventory countOptical/Dispensary SupportProvides support for optical purchases, fittings, and adjustmentsDiscusses lens and frame selection with patientsVerifies all measurements for glasses and contact lens ordersProvides follow up with patients regarding the fit and satisfaction of their new purchases. Trouble shoot issues with new prescription orders when requiredMaintains the optical services displays, liaise with the main campus to ensure that we are offering and up-to-date selection of frames and lensesInstructs patients on contact lens insertion and removalOptometric TestingUses ophthalmic diagnostic equipment, including optical coherence tomography, fundus cameras, and visual field analyzers to ensure precise and high-quality image captureSupports and assists students and clinicians in capturing and uploading ophthalmic images into the EMR systemMaintains backup of the images regularlyIdentifies and resolves technical issues wit imaging devices and coordinates with technical support for complex repairs or maintenanceFollows defined quality control measures for imaging accuracy and maintenanceEngages with patients to ensure their comfort and safety during imaging procedures by providing clear instructions and addressing any concernsClinic Staff, Optometrist and Student SupportProvides support to all supervisors and students working in the WEI, including assigning patients and clinic roomsDelivers the administrative component of the orientation sessions at the beginning of each new student rotationsAssists with training new employees and work-study students on the daily job requirements, the EMR system, and the clinic policies and proceduresAssists with the organization of special activities in the clinic such as lunch and learn sessionsPerforms varied administrative tasks and special projects to promote smooth operations, and in support of the clinic’s dual mandate - to provide excellent patient care and to educate optometry student clinical internsPatient Safety & Quality AssuranceTriages emergency calls during regular business hours, notifies the on-call OD of emergency calls and books appointments as per optometrist’s directionMaintains effective patient recall and follow-up, including monitoring patient progress to ensure timely scheduling of appointments to ensure patient safety, consistent with standards for optometric care and as directed by the supervising optometristAssists in the review of patient records to ensure that all required data fields in the EMR are completed, ensuring the integrity of the patient record (in support of patient care and billing)Undertakes “Routine Practices” for infection prevention and control based on provincial Public Health standardsMay serve as back-up resource for medical reprocessing (sterilization) of optometric instruments (using autoclave), consistent with the WEI’s Standard Operating Procedure and provincial requirementsAssists in contacting patients with scheduled appointments to inform them of a clinic closure due to inclement weather or emergency situation Qualifications Certified Optometric Assistant diploma (or equivalent designation and/or experience)Minimum of 2 years of experience working in a health care environment, preferably in an optometric practice setting is recommendedExperience with ophthalmic equipment, ocular/medical terminology is requiredExperience in a patient/customer facing roleExperience working with cash/receiving paymentsWorking knowledge of an electronic medical records (EMR) system, preferably Visual-Eyes (VE) or another system tailored to optometryWorking knowledge of OHIP regulations specific to optometry preferredWorking knowledge of Privacy legislationBasic knowledge of infection prevention and control practicesDemonstrated skill in the use of optometric testing equipmentWell-developed oral and written communication skills exercising tact and diplomacyWell-developed problem solving and conflict resolution skills to deliver exceptional patient/customer service and experienceAbility to work independently and collaboratively as part of a teamAbility to accommodate different assignments, working schedules and specialty clinicsProficiency in Microsoft Office (Outlook, Word) Equity Statement The University of Waterloo acknowledges that much of our work takes place on the traditional territory of the Neutral, Anishinaabeg and Haudenosaunee peoples. Our main campus is situated on the Haldimand Tract, the land granted to the Six Nations that includes six miles on each side of the Grand River. Our active work toward reconciliation takes place across our campuses through research, learning, teaching, and community building, and is co-ordinated within the Office of Indigenous Relations. The University values the diverse and intersectional identities of its students, faculty, and staff. The University regards equity and diversity as an integral part of academic excellence and is committed to accessibility for all employees. The University of Waterloo seeks applicants who embrace our values of equity, anti-racism and inclusion. As such, we encourage applications from candidates who have been historically disadvantaged and marginalized, including applicants who identify as First Nations, Métis and/or Inuk (Inuit), Black, racialized, a person with a disability, women and/or 2SLGBTQ+. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadians and permanent residents will be given priority. The University of Waterloo is committed to accessibility for persons with disabilities. If you have any application, interview, or workplace accommodation requests, please contact Human Resources at [email protected] or 519-888-4567, ext. 45935. Options Apply for this job onlineApplyShareEmail this job to a friendRefer Sorry the Share function is not working properly at this moment. Please refresh the page and try again later. Share on your newsfeed Application FAQsSoftware Powered by iCIMSwww.icims.com