Upcoming graduates will be considered!

Looking for a lifestyle change without stepping back from your career? CQ Health is offering two permanent full-time Orthoptist positions in the heart of Central Queensland. Enjoy a relaxed regional lifestyle right here in Rockhampton, while providing high-quality eye care. Can you see the bigger picture yet?

This role involves assessing, diagnosing and treating adults and children with orthoptic conditions, while performing a wide range of clinical tests such as visual acuity, intraocular pressure, visual fields, refraction, imaging, and screening for diabetic retinopathy and drug toxicity.

No need to stress about relocation costs or accommodation for the first 3 months – we have you covered!

Job details

About us:

Our Ophthalmology team delivers specialised outpatient eye care, covering a broad range of general ophthalmology services. We manage conditions affecting the front and back of the eye, including corneal disease, cataracts, glaucoma, and common eyelid disorders. Our team also provides care for diabetic eye disease and retinal issues, including laser treatments, and responds to ocular trauma. In addition, we support paediatric patients, addressing conditions such as squint and amblyopia, ensuring comprehensive eye care for patients.

About the role:

• 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.
• Deliver as part of a multidisciplinary team, sound independent evidenced based Orthoptic services across single or multiple modalities within the Ophthalmology Team.

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.
• Upcoming graduates awaiting conferral of qualifications and registration will be considered for this role.
• 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 or ability to rapidly acquire the skill to provide a quality service through participation in professional development and evidenced based practice within a professional governance framework.

What we offer:

Total remuneration value of up to $132,567 p.a. 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
• Short-term accommodation provided (conditions apply)
• Relocation assistance (conditions apply)
• Supported leadership and professional development programs
• 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.

For assistance:

1. Contact Recruitment.CentralQueensland@health.qld.gov.au
2. Quote the Job Ad Reference (JAR) RK6D680835

Applications close: Sunday, 31 May 2026

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Further information

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Documents

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• RK6D680835 - Orthoptist (PDF)
  
  Information for Applicants (PDF)