Location QLD
Suburb Mackay
Longterm or Locum Longterm
Job Type Full Time
Job Title Orthoptist
Job Description An outstanding opportunity exists for an enthusiastic and motivated orthoptist to join our energetic eye care team in Mackay. This is a full-time opportunity providing flexibility for someone who thrives in a busy fast paced environment. The position primarily involves general Orthoptics, A scans, IOL measurements with the IOL Master, Humphrey visual fields, angiography and OCT imaging.

This multidisciplinary ophthalmic practice consists of two Ophthalmologists specialising in General Ophthalmology, Strabismus, Cataract, Retinal and Glaucoma.

This position will provide the successful applicant with the opportunity to run their own clinic with / alongside Dr Ed Boets.


The successful candidate will:

• Detect, diagnosis and manage eye disorders with an emphasis on children
•Demonstrate a commitment to providing excellence in patient care
•Proven ability to work as an effective team member
• Closely follow doctor protocol guidelines and accurately perform/report tests
• Perform clinical assessments of patient medical/ocular histories
• Perform refractions, A-Scans, OCT’s, Topography, OPTOS and visual fields
• Assist with ordering medical supplies


Skills/Experience Required:

• Applicants must have a Bachelor of Health Science Degree or Orthoptic Qualification
• Registration with AOB
• Previous Orthoptic experience preferred
• Demonstrated written, verbal and interpersonal skills
• Effective time management, priority management and problem-solving skills
• Flexibility – able to adjust sessions and hours to suit the needs of the business


Remuneration is in keeping with level of experience.
Please note that only short-listed candidates will be contacted.
Practice name / Company / Ophthalmologist Vision Eye Institute
Contact Name Kay Hague Rout
Title Orthoptist
Mobile Number
Other Number (07) 4942 6444
E-mail Address [email protected]
Published On 19/6/20