Job no:
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Work type:
Full time, Part time
Location:
Adelaide CBD
Categories:
Allied and Scientific Health
Women's and Children's Health Network,
Surgical Services, North Adelaide ****
Salary – AHP2 - Allied Health Professional L2, $94,997 to $110,052 - AHP1 - Allied Health Qualified L1, $73,710 to + $89,981 + 12% Superannuation and Salary Sacrifice Benefits
Full Time and Part- Time - Temporary and Permanent Contract available
About WCHN
Join the Women's and Children's Health Network (WCHN), South Australia's leading provider of care for women, babies, children and young people.
We're shaping the future of healthcare through compassion, innovation and excellence — with our communities at the heart of everything we do.
What WCHN Can Offer You
Access to salary packaging benefits of up to $9,010 each FBT year for living expenses (e.g. mortgage, rent, utilities, groceries), plus an additional $2,650 each FBT year for meal entertainment expenses.
Access to Fitness Passport (workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.)
Free public transport to and from the Women's and Children's Hospital for SA Health metropolitan hospital staff (excludes network community sites).
Support for you and your family via our Employee Assistance Program.
Relocation financial support may be negotiated, subject to eligibility.
About the role
The Orthoptist will join the Ophthalmology team to ensure patients receive high quality ophthalmic care whilst attending the Women and Children's Health Network.




The orthoptist will investigate and manage paediatric ophthalmology and ocular motility conditions and contribute to the effective and efficient running of Ophthalmology outpatient clinics.
Key duties of the role
Provide effective Orthoptic assessment and management services, including the management of amblyopia, refractive error, strabismus and other Orthoptic conditions, using evidence-based practice
Liaise with senior staff on complex cases and contribute to contact lens services, administration and departmental teaching
Support and actively participate in a positive culture and safe work environment within the Ophthalmology department
Actively participate in SA Health's Clinical Supervision programme working with your supervisor on a regular basis to further build your knowledge base.
Skills and Experience
Appropriate degree or Master's Degree qualification in Orthoptics which entitles registration with the Australian Orthoptic Board (AOB).
Eligible for membership of Orthoptics Australia (OA)"
Minimum 2 years' post-qualification experience in paediatric ophthalmology.
Demonstrated experience in paediatric orthoptics, including strabismus, amblyopia and ocular motility.
Strong clinical, communication and multidisciplinary teamwork skills.
Enquiries can be directed to
Melissa Cestaro
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Want to learn more about career opportunities at WCHN?
Application Closing Date: Tuesday 20 October *******:55PM
Advertised:
08 Sep **** Cen.
Australia Standard Time
Applications close:
20 Oct **** Cen.
Australia Daylight Time
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