The Perioperative and Outpatients Services with Townsville Hospital and Health Services are seeking an experienced and client focused Optometrist - Advanced.

This is a temporary part-time role, up to 18/04/2026, working 40 hours per fortnight (with a possibility of an extension not exceed 12 months)

The Optometrist - Advanced will deliver expert optometry consultancy services and facilitate early access to appropriate clinical management as part of the Specialist Clinics Service, independently applying expert level clinical reasoning and expertise to a complex caseload of patients referred for Specialist opinion at the Townsville University Hospital..

Job details

Are you ready to make a difference in public healthcare?

Townsville Hospital and Health Service offers a unique opportunity to be part of a dynamic healthcare environment focused on innovation and excellence.

Our values are:

Integrity | Compassion | Accountability | Respect | Engagement

About the opportunity:

Position: Optometrist - Advanced

Vacancy: Fixed Term Temporary part-time, up to 18/04/2026, with a possibility of an extension - not exceeding 12 months (40 hours per fortnight)

Location: Perioperative and Outpatient Services, Townsville University Hospital

The Optometrist - Advanced provides expert diagnosis, advanced clinical skills and case management of patients with complex ophthalmology conditions referred to Specialist Ophthalmology Outpatients for opinion and management as part of the Optometry Screening Clinics and Multidisciplinary Ophthalmology Services within the Townsville Hospital and Health Service.

Your contributions will be valued and impactful.

Enjoy a generous remuneration package including:

• Salary range: $73.12 to $76.30 p.h. (HP5)
• 4 weeks annual leave (pro rata) with 17.5% loading
• Professional Development allowance and leave
• 12.75% employer contribution to superannuation
• Plus Salary Sacrificing options may be available

Requirements:

• Mandatory requirements are possession of a qualification in Optometry from a recognised tertiary institution and current registration with the Optometry Board of Australia.
• Significant professional development and experience relevant to the management of complex ophthalmology conditions is required. A post graduate Masters Qualification, or equivalent in Optometry is highly desirable.
• This position requires the incumbent to operate a class C motor vehicle and an appropriate license endorsement to operate this vehicle is required. Proof of this endorsement must be provided prior to the commencement of duty.
• This is a VPD risk role and the successful applicant will need to meet the necessary mandatory requiements.

Please refer to the Role Description for further details.

With challenge comes opportunity; utilise your resilience and join the rewarding and interesting profession ofproviding exceptional, accessible healthcare and support to our community, your community.

Apply now if you want to help us shape the future of healthcare while enjoying a fulfilling work-life balance.

Enquiries are welcome; for a confidential discussion please contact:
Michellina Davies (Nursing Director) on 07 4433 3564

Apply ONLINE: https://smartjobs.qld.gov.au/jobs/QLD-TV637093

Applications close: Thursday, 29 May 2025

Unsolicited resumes from recruitment agencies will not be accepted.

Further information

We are committed to building inclusive cultures in the Queensland public sector that respect and promote human rights and diversity.

Please download the Role Description from the `Documents’ section below for application/interview preparation and future reference.

Documents

Before applying for this vacancy please ensure you read the documents below.

• Info Sheet_Document Preparation-new candidates-13.05.24 (PDF, 70KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  QH Applicant Information Kit (PDF, 939KB)
  Information Package for Applicants
  
  HP5 Optometrist - Advanced (SSG) 320792472 (Word, 454KB)
  Role Description