Orthoptist

The role involves working with a team of 6 ophthalmologists with varying subspecialties, our practice manager, other practice orthoptists, and medical receptionists in a dynamic environment.

Job Purpose:

To ensure that the patients have had the appropriate testing prior to seeing the Ophthalmologist to allow for diagnosis. To ensure the patients of the practice are always treated in a professional manner and receive the highest possible clinical care.

Duties:

•              Ophthalmic review and work ups

•              Co-ordinating daily clinics

•              Patient education

•              Orthoptic screening and work ups

•              Specialised diagnostic testing- OCT, HVF and A-Scans

•              Set up and assisting in minor operations and intravitreal injections

•              Maintain consumable stocks

•              Maintain emergency trolley

•              Maintain and manage sample stock

•              Co-ordinate intravitreal medication with CustomCare Pharmacy

Skills/Qualifications:

•              Bachelor of Applied Science (Orthoptics) or equivalent.

•              Eligible for the AOB

•              Working with Children’s Check

•              First Aid Certificate

•              Police Check