Clinical Assistant / Receptionist (Ophthalmology) — Darling Downs Eye, Toowoomba
Join a small, supportive team at Darling Downs Eye ,private rooms at St Andrew's Hospital, Toowoomba, where your work genuinely helps people see better. We're a modern specialist clinic, and we look out for each other so patients get excellent care—every time.
Why you'll love this role
* Meaningful work: Help patients with real eye and vision problems.
* Supportive team: Friendly clinician who will train and back you.
* Modern tech: Learn and use ophthalmic diagnostic equipment.
* Balanced schedule: Steady hours with flexibility around study or family.
The role
As our Clinical Assistant, you'll "work up" patients in our outpatient clinic before they see the doctor. That includes:
* Checking vision, measuring eye pressure, and capturing diagnostic images/measurements
* Accurately entering data into our electronic medical record (EMR)
* Assisting in the treatment room; sterile technique experience is a plus (we'll teach you)
* Assist with reception duties
You'll be a great fit if you…
* Communicate clearly and kindly with patients and teammates
* Are computer-confident and comfortable learning new equipment
* Have strong attention to detail and can transcribe measurements accurately
* Work efficiently in a team and keep calm when it's busy
* Are practical and organised (science/nursing background helpful but not required)
Training & support
* On-site, on-the-job training provided
* Some self-directed learning expected (we'll point you to good resources)
Hours & flexibility
* Preferred: 2–3 days per week
* Guaranteed day: Wednesdays and Thursdays, ~8:30am–4:30pm
* Extra hours: Additional half-days to fill in
* We're happy to discuss school-holiday time off — great for uni students or parents/carers
If you need fewer hours (e.g., 8–12 hrs/week over 1–2 days), still apply—let's chat.
Pay
* $35–$50 per hour (casual) — based on experience or PPT equivalent
* Ophthalmology experience is a bonus, not a must. We'll train the right person.
Location
* Darling Downs Eye, private rooms at St Andrew's Hospital, Toowoomba
How to apply
Please email:
1. A short cover letter telling us
2. Why this role suits you, and
3. Relevant experience (clinical, customer-facing, or tech/equipment)
4. Your CV
We're excited to meet you and answer any questions about the finer points of the job.