Are you an Orthoptist with a passion for eye care and a drive for excellence? We’re on the lookout for a Permanent Full-Time Orthoptist to join our vibrant team!

Join our dynamic Ophthalmology Team and deliver evidence based Orthoptic services as part of a multidisciplinary team across CQ Health. In this role, you'll provide clinical care across multiple modalities, support student training and education, and develop your professional expertise in visual assessments, imaging, biometry, refraction, and patient screening. You'll also play a key role in referral management, working closely with Ophthalmologists to ensure seamless patient care.

If you're a dedicated Orthoptist ready to make a difference, we’d love to hear from you! Apply now and take the next step in your career with our passionate and supportive team.

Job details

About us:

The Ophthalmology team is a specialised service within Specialist Outpatients that provide general ophthalmology services including all those duties which are generally considered within the scope of general ophthalmology including but not limited to:

• Corneal and external disease.
• Cataract (including secondary capsular opacification).
• Common lid disorders.
• Diabetic retinopathy to include focal and panretinal photocoagulation.
• Retinal breaks including focal photocoagulation.
• Ocular trauma.
• Paediatric Ophthalmology including squint and amblyopia.
• Supervise training registrars and junior medical staff to ensure appropriate provision of patient care.

About the role:

• Deliver as part of a multidisciplinary team, sound independent evidenced based Orthoptic services across single or multiple modalities within the Ophthalmology Team, to relevant stakeholders/customers across Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service (CQHHS).
• Provide clinical practice and operational supervision to work experience students, or those involved in observational clinical placements. As level of experience increases, provide clinical education for students and less experienced staff with support of senior clinical staff.
• Develop professional competence and acquire the theoretical knowledge and skills necessary to perform Orthoptic Services to accepted standards of professional conduct and the application of evidence based practice including, but not limited to, testing visual acuity and intraocular pressure, biometry (IOLmaster and A scan), refraction (objective and subjective), scanning and image capture, computerised visual field testing, amblyopia and squint assessments, Patient screening for diabetic retinopathy and drug toxicity.
• Undertake referral management in support of Ophthalmologist.

About you:

• The successful applicant must hold a tertiary degree qualification (or equivalent diploma prior to 1990) in Orthoptics and registration with the Australian Orthoptic Board.
• Demonstrated knowledge of orthoptic investigations and of the operation and applications of contemporary equipment.
• Clinical competence/experience in objective/subjective refraction, retinoscopy and cyclo-refraction of children would be a distinct advantage. 
• Demonstrated ability to participate in a multidisciplinary team and to communicate effectively with patients, families and their caregivers and relevant other stakeholders.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $43.68 - $58.59 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

How to apply:

To apply, please submit the following:

• Your current CV or resume, including referees.
• A cover letter (1-2 pages) addressing how your experience, skills and values align with the key responsibilities and expectations outlined in the Role Description.
• Any additional forms / evidence as attached or listed on the Role Description.

Please note pre-employment checks will be carried out on applicants recommended for appointment/employment which may include confirming your qualifications, professional registration/s, previous employment history (including any previous disciplinary action), criminal history, Australian work status and vaccination requirements.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK5D630473

Applications close: Sunday, 25 May 2025

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Further information

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Documents

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• Information for Applicants (PDF, 316KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  RK5D630473 - Orthoptist (PDF, 352KB)
  Role Description