| Job Description | Position Description: The role of an Orthoptist is an integral part of our business. It involves performing initial diagnostic testing on our patients, discuss surgeries with patients and working directly with our Ophthalmologists. Selection Criteria - Minimum of 2 years’ experience as an Orthoptist or in a similar position.
- Must hold a Diploma or Bachelor of Applied Science (Orthoptics) &/or Masters in Orthoptics or equivalent with eligibility for registration with the Orthoptic Board of Australia.
- Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the investigation and management of patients with strabismus and ocular motility disorders within commensurate years of experience.
- Experience is paediatric ophthalmology is highly desirable
- Demonstrated knowledge and ability in ophthalmic assisting including perimetry, OCT, Pentacam, refraction, A scan, etc
Medical software experience (preferably Medilink) - Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills
- Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement and ability to translate evidence into practice.
- Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to exercise independent professional judgement on routine matters, commensurate with years of experience.
- Highly professional, calm and patient focused
- Reliable, efficient and able to work under pressure
- Ability to multi-task and prioritize
- Comfortable reporting to a manager and work as directed by them
Main Duties - Clinical work up and Orthoptic assessments
Visual fields, OCT and OCTA
Biometry- IOL master, pentacam, FFA, fundus photography - Assisting in minor procedures, like injections, chalazion etc.
- Involved in surgical bookings
- Occasional administrative duties include but are not limited to:
Ordering of medical supplies Assistance with patient reception and data entry occasionally Booking appointments and billing when required Admin duties as asked by the Practice Manager |
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