Job Title – Administration Assistant (Staff Scheduler)
Please read the information in this job post thoroughly to understand exactly what is expected of potential candidates.
Location – Cumbernauld
Hours – 40 hours per week plus 1 in 3 Saturdays
As the UK's leading private provider of laser eye, premium intraocular lens and cataract surgery, our expert Surgeons undertake more procedures collectively than any other national provider. For over 35 years, millions of patients have trusted Optical Express with their eye care. We are focused on delivering exceptional patient care, outstanding clinical outcomes and continued investment in our people and technology.
Optical Express gives patients their very best results through investing in state of the art technology, employing experienced, highly skilled surgeons and optometrists, continuously analysing clinical outcomes and working with pioneers and innovators from within the industry, to include Johnson & Johnson Vision and Zeiss.
The role of Administration Assistant is a key hire for Optical Express, the team ensures our professional staff are appropriately scheduled in line with business and patient demands.
The main aspects of the role -
Maintaining the Optometrist database
Ensuring full optimisation of the Optometrists within the region
Ensure holidays are approved in a timely manner
Assisting client relationship management with the Self Employed Optometrist network to ensure ability to fill gaps at short notice
Regular communication to the regional team to ensure optimisation of the Optometrists
Commercially minded with a common sense, pro-active and flexible approach to work
Excellent knowledge of Microsoft Office including Word, Excel and Outlook
General administration
Communicate effectively with senior Managers and qualified professional healthcare providers
What we need from you -
A willing to learn attitude
Excellent organisational skills
Meticulous attention to detail
The skills to juggle many competing tasks simultaneously
Computer literate and quick learner
Enjoy networking and be able to communicate effectively with senior level Managers and qualified professional healthcare providers
Successful candidate would need to have excellent commination skills and be able to work on their own initiative as well as part of a team.
Saturday cover (1 in 3) is essential to the role.
What’s in it for you? -
Competitive salary
Free or discounted optical products/procedures
Free Parking
Cycle to work scheme
Career progression
Please apply now by uploading your CV.