Full time orthoptist opportunity for a new graduate orthoptist

Bendigo Eye Clinic is seeking an enthusiastic and highly motivated new graduate orthoptist to join our team of five ophthalmologists, orthoptists and medical receptionists for a full-time orthoptist position. Our clinic is a comprehensive, fast-paced ophthalmology practice providing professional eye care services in Bendigo and the greater Central Regional Victoria regions for over 28 years. Our clinic offers services for a range of eye conditions including cataract, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, glaucoma, paediatrics, ocular motility and oculoplastics.

Main duties and responsibilities include but are not limited to:

– Preliminary work up and orthoptic assessments
– Perform ocular diagnostic tests: Visual Fields, OCT, fundus photography, Atlas topography, FFA, biometry (IOL Master and contact ultrasound)
– Ocular motility and paediatric vision assessments
– Intraocular lens calculations Assist in minor procedures, injections, etc
– Other admin duties: assist with patient reception, appointment bookings, surgery bookings, phone calls, finalise accounts, etc
– Travel with ophthalmologists to consult in one of our outreach clinics in Echuca, Kyabram, Castlemaine and Swan Hill

Requirements:

– The applicant will need to have a tertiary qualification in Orthoptics or close to completion of the final year of an orthoptic degree.
– Excellent communication skills, customer service and patient care
– Strong organisational and time management skills
– Punctuality, reliability and competency in clinical skills
– Flexibility in working hours between 7.30-18.00 (Mon-Fri) dependent on our ophthalmologists’ schedules
– Ability to work efficiently under pressure in a busy, fast-paced environment
– Ability to work well in a team and autonomously

The position will be subject to a six-month probationary period. New graduates will be fully supported and provided extensive training in all areas of the role. Salary will be according to the Orthoptic awards.

Accommodation assistance is available to the right candidate.

To apply for this position, please send your resume and cover letter to Ms Han Nguyen, Head Orthoptist via email: bec@beclinic.com.au