AddressJunior Orthoptist or Ophthalmic Technician
- Modern Ophthalmology practice in Mosman, Sydney – Full training provided
- Commence August – Street parking available
- Opportunity to develop a career in a clinical role
We are looking for a junior orthoptist or individual willing to learn the role of an ophthalmic technician. If you have an interest in eye care, or experience or studying as a Orthoptist, please apply.
About us:
We are a group of Ophthalmologists setting up a modern practice in the lower north shore specialising in refractive, corneal and vitreoretinal surgery, as well as general ophthalmology. We are looking for a junior orthoptist or technician to join us.
We plan to initially employ two Ophthalmologists, an Optometrist, a junior orthoptist or technician, and administration staff along with this role, who will support our clinicians and patients, in a state of the art modern practice. Our vision is to provide empathetic high quality medical care to our patients and to build a team that loves working together and enjoys coming to work.
About you:
We are seeking a Junior Orthoptist or Technician to assist at a refractive and general ophthalmology practice. You may have worked at Sydney Eye Hospital, or another public hospital/medical centre in the eye care area, or have extreme attention to detail and an interest in the medical field. Previous technician experience in the ophthalmic or medical field would be advantageous, but full training can be provided. You will work in close collaboration with our Ophthalmologists and Optometrist along with our other administration staff.
Duties:
- Performing examinations such as checking vision and intra-ocular pressure
- Performing tests as needed for patient work-up such as visual fields testing
- Putting in eye drops to dilate for medical examinations
- Assist our doctors during laser vision correction procedures in the surgical laser suite
- Sterilise reusable medical items
- Following the practice’s protocol and process on all tasks
- Liaison with Orthoptist, Optometrist and Surgeons
Experience:
- Must have a minimum of 1 year experience as a junior orthoptist or in a technical or high attention role (not necessarily an eye clinic). Full training can be provided for the technical aspects of the job, as needed.
Hours/days:
- Monday to Friday, 8:00am till 4:30pm
If this is a role you would like to further explore, feel free to reach out to us via this forum. The successful applicant will be rewarded with a supportive and dynamic work environment and competitive renumeration. Apply now quoting reference 987.
The successful applicant is required to have full working rights in Australia and will be asked for relevant documentation during the recruitment process. Please note that a Vevo Check to verify your Australian Working Rights will be undertaken and is part of the application process for this role.
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