Orthoptist position

• Full time
• CBD Macquarie Street and St Vincent’s Clinic Darlinghurst location (close to public transport)
• Leading ophthalmology practice, with a focus on refractive, cataract and cornea speciality
• Start date: Flexible, preferably as soon as possible

Overview

Are you a passionate orthoptist, ophthalmic technician or optometrist looking to make a real difference in a close-knit, patient-focused environment? Our boutique clinic is growing, and we’re seeking dedicated full-time orthoptists, optometrists and ophthalmic technicians to join our team. In this role, you’ll have the opportunity to provide personalised care in a supportive, fast-paced setting, working closely with patients, colleagues and 9 leading surgeons.

Why you’ll love working at Envision Eye Centre

Multidisciplinary and unique practice – You’ll be part of a tight-knit team with a fantastic opportunity to learn and assist in refractive/lasers setting as we run our own laser suite with the newest VISUMAX 800 + SCHWIND AMARIS 750S.

You will get to work with a range of conditions such as cataracts, cornea, refractive, glaucoma, medical retina, dry eye, and occasional paediatrics.

You’ll also play a key role in gathering valuable research data for a variety of exciting clinical studies.

Professional development – We value ongoing upskilling and professional training.

Work-life balance – We believe in a healthy balance between professional fulfilment and personal time. Enjoy a full-time four-day work week, with one rostered day off.

Our Ideal Candidate

• Eager to develop new skills, and has a strong interest in the ophthalmic side of this profession, including assisting in the laser suite and gaining hands-on experience.
• Adaptable and a team-player – A flexible team player who thrives in a collaborative environment, always willing to support colleagues and adapt to clinic changing needs.
• Efficient and confident – Able to work independently and autonomously in a fast-paced setting while maintaining a high level of accuracy and efficiency, and also excel as part of a cohesive team.
• Tech-savvy and administrative support – Proficient with computers and able to assist with administrative tasks when needed, ensuring smooth operations.
• Travel flexibility – Willing and able to travel between our Macquarie St and Darlinghurst locations as required.
• Detail-oriented and reliable – Committed to delivering high-quality work with attention to detail, be punctual and dependable in meeting responsibilities and deadlines.

Responsibilities and training

The successful applicant will be able to perform the following (training provided):

• Patient history/VA
• I-care tonometry
• OCT/OPTOS
• Humphrey Visual Field
• A-scan
• Pentacam/Specular Microscopy/Corvis
• Verion/Callisto
• Subjective refraction/refractive consults
• Collagen Cross-Linking
• Assist in minor surgical procedures and intra-vitreal injections

Experienced and new graduates are encouraged to apply. Comprehensive training will be provided to the right candidate.

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