Orthoptist Level 1-2 at SSEH (Casual Pool)

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District; Sydney; On-site; AUD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

South Eastern Sydney Local Health District is seeking an Orthoptist to deliver high-quality assessment, treatment, and patient care. You will maintain accurate records, contribute to quality improvement, and provide education to patients and staff.

The role supports professional development, supervision, teaching, and performance review activities, with a focus on responsive, timely care and travel as required by the position.

Qualifications

• Ability to respond to the demands and pressures of the role while managing time effectively.
• Current drivers’ licence (or a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality Orthoptic assessment, treatment, and patient care services.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records.
• Contribute to quality improvement, safety, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Provide education and support to patients, students, and healthcare staff.
• Participate in professional development, supervision, teaching, and performance review activities.

Skills

Time management

Documentation

Patient education

Job description

Deliver high-quality Orthoptic assessment, treatment, and patient care services.

Key responsibilities

• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records.
• Contribute to quality improvement, safety, and evidence-based practice initiatives.
• Provide education and support to patients, students, and healthcare staff.
• Participate in professional development, supervision, teaching, and performance review activities.
• Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description.

What you need

• Ability to respond to the demands and pressures of the role while managing time effectively.
• Current drivers’ licence (or a willingness to travel in accordance with the demands of the position).