Orthoptist

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service; Gladstone Regional; Sur place; AUD 60 000 - 80 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Professional development opportunities

Short-term accommodation negotiable

Leadership and mentoring programs

Regional travel opportunities

Parental leave support

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Discounted private health insurance

Résumé du poste

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service invites an Orthoptist to assess and manage ophthalmic conditions across adults and paediatric patients in the Gladstone region. You will deliver comprehensive orthoptic assessments and screenings, working with ophthalmologists and the multidisciplinary team to coordinate care.

Join Ambulatory Services in a role focused on early intervention, patient-centred care and professional development within a supportive community, with multiple education and

Qualifications

• Tertiary qualification in Orthoptics and registration with the Australian Orthoptic Board (or equivalent).
• Knowledge of orthoptic investigations and contemporary ophthalmic equipment.
• Clinical capability in routine orthoptic services, paediatric refraction and related tests.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills with patients and multidisciplinary teams.

Responsabilités

• Assess, diagnose and manage ophthalmic conditions across adults and children.
• Deliver a broad range of orthoptic assessments, treatments and screening.
• Collaborate with Ophthalmologists and the care team to coordinate patient care.
• Contribute to caseload management, service development and quality improvement.
• Support education, supervision and professional development of staff and students.

Connaissances

Orthoptics

Clinical assessments

Teamwork

Communication

Formation

Orthoptics qualification & AOB registration

Outils

Ophthalmic equipment

Description du poste

Central Queensland Hospital and Health Service – Gladstone QLD

Ambulatory Services helps patients across the Gladstone region access specialist healthcare, manage ongoing health conditions and receive care closer to home. The service brings together specialist outpatient clinics, cardiac rehabilitation, chronic wound care, diabetes support, Hospital in the Home, hospital avoidance, primary care and geriatric emergency support.

Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, GPs and community providers, the service focuses on early intervention, coordinated care and reducing avoidable hospital admissions and emergency presentations. Through face-to-face, virtual and outreach services, Ambulatory Services helps patients maintain their health, recover safely and receive the right care in the right setting.

About us:

Ambulatory Services helps patients across the Gladstone region access specialist healthcare, manage ongoing health conditions and receive care closer to home. The service brings together specialist outpatient clinics, cardiac rehabilitation, chronic wound care, diabetes support, Hospital in the Home, hospital avoidance, primary care and geriatric emergency support.

Working alongside multidisciplinary teams, GPs and community providers, the service focuses on early intervention, coordinated care and reducing avoidable hospital admissions and emergency presentations. Through face-to-face, virtual and outreach services, Ambulatory Services helps patients maintain their health, recover safely and receive the right care in the right setting.

About the role:

• Assess, diagnose and manage ophthalmic conditions across adult and paediatric patients.
• Deliver a broad range of orthoptic and ophthalmic assessments, treatments and screening.
• Work collaboratively with Ophthalmologists and the multidisciplinary team to coordinate patient care.
• Contribute to caseload management, service development and continuous improvement.
• Support education, supervision, mentoring and professional development of students and staff.

About you:

• A tertiary qualification in Orthoptics (or equivalent pre-1990 diploma) and registration with the Australian Orthoptic Board; applicants awaiting conferral of qualifications /registration will be considered.
• Knowledge and practical skills in orthoptic investigations and contemporary ophthalmic equipment.
• Clinical capability in routine orthoptic services, with paediatric refraction, retinoscopy and cyclo-refraction highly regarded.
• Strong communication and teamwork skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients, families, carers and multidisciplinary teams.
• A commitment to professional development, evidence-based practice, continuous learning and quality improvement.

What we offer:

Total monthly remuneration value of up to $8,837 p.m. is comprised of:

• An hourly rate between $43.97 - $58.59 p.h.
• 12.75% employer superannuation contribution
• 17.5% leave loading

Additional Benefits:

• Ongoing Professional Development and Education Opportunities
• Short-term accommodation negotiable
• Supported leadership and professional development programs
• Opportunities for regional travel
• Professional Development Leave and Allowance
• Flexible Work-Life Balance and Variety
• Generous Salary Sacrificing Options
• Paid Parental Leave
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Discounted Private Health Insurance
• Fitness Passport

Vaccine Preventable Diseases (VPD) requirements:

It is a condition of employment for this role for the employee to be, and remain, vaccinated against vaccine preventable diseases as listed on the Role Description.

Applications close: Sunday, 1 November 2026

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