Orthoptist

Vision Eye Institute is Australia’s largest private provider of ophthalmic services.

Our clinical team is led by internationally recognised specialists in laser eye surgery, refractive lens exchange, laser cataract surgery, corneal conditions, retinal conditions and glaucoma.

Several of our doctors are pioneers in the field of laser eye surgery in Australia – together, they have helped correct vision for more than 50,000 patients!

Join us at our Blackburn South clinic, we have two roles available - fixed term 12 months, part time & full time.

Key responsibilities include:

• Ophthalmic and medical history/Orthoptic assessment
• Clinical assessment and perform investigations such as visual field testing, OCT and angiography
• Biometry and Corneal Topography
• Patient counselling
• Primary assessment and triage of referrals
• Work with up to date technology and instruments
• Ongoing professional development will be provided

About you:

• Excellent clinical skills, interpersonal skills and attention to detail
• Scientific background preferred
• Orthoptic/Optical qualification and current Australian Orthoptic Board registration
• Experience in a similar role

Why work for VEI?

We take pride in our diverse team environment.

Benefits

• Meaningful work, supportive team and positive workplace.
• Family Health & Wellbeing benefits including (Optical and WHEREFIT retail discounts, Medibank Corporate Health Cover, EAP
• Employee referral program and recognition service awards

We are an equal opportunity employer, we value diversity and welcome applications of all types, and from all backgrounds.

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