Orthoptist - Directorate Of Speech Pathology/Orthoptics/Clinical Assistants/Audiology , Queensland Health

An opportunity exists for full time orthoptists to join the Queensland Health multidisciplinary ophthalmology team based at Caloundra Health Service on the Sunshine Coast. The Sunshine Coast is in close proximity to Brisbane, and offers a desirable, relaxed lifestyle with beautiful beaches and hinterland to explore. The role presents the opportunity to work in tertiary hospital service alongside a multidisciplinary team of orthoptists, ophthalmologists, nurses and an optometrist. The caseload is varied, with ophthalmologists subspecialising in areas such as paediatrics, neuro-ophthalmology, vitreo-retina, oculoplastics and glaucoma, in addition to general ophthalmology services including cataracts. New Graduates are welcome to apply for these roles.
Job details Position status Permanent
Position type Full-time
Occupational group Health - Allied Health/Clinical Support
Classification HP3
Workplace Location Sunshine Coast
Job ad reference QLD/SC535213
Closing date 09-Jan-2024
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Contact person Colleen Wilkinson
Contact details 07 5436 8551
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An opportunity exists for full time orthoptists to join the Queensland Health multidisciplinary ophthalmology team based at Caloundra Health Service on the Sunshine Coast.
The Sunshine Coast is in close proximity to Brisbane, and offers a desirable, relaxed lifestyle with beautiful beaches and hinterland to explore.
The role presents the opportunity to work in tertiary hospital service alongside a multidisciplinary team of orthoptists, ophthalmologists, nurses and an optometrist. The caseload is varied, with ophthalmologists subspecialising in areas such as paediatrics, neuro-ophthalmology, vitreo-retina, oculoplastics and glaucoma, in addition to general ophthalmology services including cataracts.
New Graduates are welcome to apply for these roles.
Sunshine Coast Hospital and Health Service (SCHHS) is in southeast Queensland and extends through the coastal and hinterland areas from Caloundra in the south to Gympie in the north.
The SCHHS is a values-based organisation. We are committed to the maintenance of a culture in which we treat our colleagues with respect as we do our patients, consumers and the community. We respect, promote human rights in our decision-making and actions.
Key Responsibilities include:

• Demonstrate competent knowledge, expertise and skill in the provision of orthoptic services commensurate with level of experience in accordance with prescribed professional and ethical standards, existing evidence-based practice and established clinical protocols. For complex or novel cases, you will seek direction from clinical seniors as appropriate.
• Maintain appropriate documentation and patient records in line with Departmental, Unit and Health Service procedures, and contribute to the maintenance of accurate and timely information systems (statistics collection, quality data).
• Ensure that time spent across clinical and non-clinical work is in keeping with assigned requirements.
• Participate in quality and service improvement activities to continually improve patient/client care, including the development of clinical practices, procedures and protocols within the work environment.

Remuneration value up to $128 706 p.a., comprising salary between $74 747 - $112 805 p.a., employer contribution to superannuation (up to 12.75%) and annual leave loading (17.5%) (HP3). Applications will remain current for 12 months. Please note: only applications from candidates will be accepted (applications that may result in an agency fee will not be considered).
Why work for us?
We offer rewarding career opportunities across a wide range of clinical and non-clinical areas across our health service and pride ourselves on providing a work environment that is safe, satisfying, flexible, and promotes a healthy work-life balance.
As a Queensland Health employee, you will benefit from a higher than standard employer contribution to Superannuation of up to 12.75%, access to salary packaging, flexible working arrangements and competitive salary rates with annual incremental increases.
We are committed to providing a diverse and inclusive workplace for our people and our community. We encourage people of all genders, races, ages and abilities to apply for roles within our Health Service.
You can find out more about why it's so great to work at Sunshine Coast here: https://www.health.qld.gov.au/sunshinecoast/careers
As a Sunshine Coast Health employee, you will receive competitive remuneration and have access to:

• A wellness program;
• Generous superannuation;
• Flexible work arrangements;
• Career training and development; and
• Salary packaging.

This role may be eligible for the Queensland Workforce Attraction and Incentive Scheme.
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