Orthoptist

Alberta Health Services; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 58,000 - 77,000; Part time

Job summary

Alberta Health Services seeks an Orthoptist to perform advanced eye function measurements and assist ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating eye disorders at the Royal Alexandra Hospital Eye Institute of Alberta.

You will participate in research studies, rounds and in-services, maintaining up-to-date knowledge of ocular anatomy, pharmacology, diseases, and management including current treatments and trials.

Qualifications

• Completion of an orthoptic course from an accredited institution.
• Active membership with the Canadian Orthoptic Council (COC).
• Minimum of three years’ experience as an Orthoptist in a healthcare setting, preferably in a hospital eye clinic or an Ophthalmologist’s office.
• Current CPR certification is required.
• Self-directed, relates well to health team professionals, patients and their families.
• Shows good judgement, excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills.
• Competent in use of equipment: visual projector, autorefractor, lensometer, phoroptor, visual field perimeters, trial frames & lenses, direct ophthalmoscope, Hess screen, slit lamp, A- and B- scans, IOL Master, retinoscope, keratometer, tonometer, pentacam and specular microscopy.

Responsibilities

• Perform advanced-level eye function measurements and ancillary tests to assist ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating eye disorders and diseases.
• Participate in research studies, educational rounds and in-services.
• Maintain good medical knowledge of ocular anatomy, pharmacology, diseases, and management, including current available treatments and clinical trials.

Job description

As an important member of the ophthalmic team working primarily with pediatric Ophthalmologists, Oculoplastic surgeons, and other staff Ophthalmologists, patients may be referred to the Orthoptist for sensorimotor evaluation and non-surgical management of binocular single vision disorders. In clinic, they are responsible for completing vision screenings in adults and children; obtaining the chief complaint and history of present illness; documenting ocular, medical and family history; recording medication history and drug allergies; performing lensometry, auto and manual refraction, retinoscopy, and eye pressure measurements by Tonopen and applanation tonometry; performing a-scan biometry, keratometry and Goldmann visual fields; and maintaining and stocking instruments and supplies. Orthoptists have specialized knowledge in vision science and their practice includes the assessment, evaluation and identification of disorders of binocular vision, ocular motility, and related disorders of vision for the purpose of enhancing or restoring visual function.

Description:

As an Orthoptist, you will perform advanced-level eye function measurements and ancillary tests to assist ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating eye disorders and diseases. You will participate in research studies, educational rounds and in-services, and maintain good medical knowledge of ocular anatomy, pharmacology, diseases, and management, including current available treatments and clinical trials.

• Classification: Orthoptist
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Royal Alexandra Hospital Eye Institute of Alberta
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 13-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 23-OCT-2026
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $42.14
• Maximum Salary: $56.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

• Classification: Orthoptist
• Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
• Unit and Program: Royal Alexandra Hospital Eye Institute of Alberta
• Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
• Location Details: As Per Location
• Multi-Site: Not Applicable
• FTE: 0.00
• Posting End Date: 13-OCT-2026
• Employee Class: Casual/Relief
• Date Available: 23-OCT-2026
• Hours per Shift: 7.75
• Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
• Shifts per cycle: Varies
• Shift Pattern: Days
• Days Off: Other
• Minimum Salary: $42.14
• Maximum Salary: $56.02
• Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable

Required Qualifications:

Completion of an orthoptic course from an accredited institution.Active membership with the Canadian Orthoptic Council (COC).

Additional Required Qualifications:

Minimum of three years’ experience as an Orthoptist in a healthcare setting, preferably in a hospital eye clinic or an Ophthalmologist’s office. Current CPR certification is required. Fluent in medical terminology and pharmacology (especially in ophthalmic diseases & conditions) Self-directed, relates well to health team professionals, patients and their families. Shows good judgement, excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills. Able to set priorities and make decisions that are appropriate to the position. Competent in use of equipment: visual projector, autorefractor, lensometer, phoroptor, visual field perimeters, trial frames & lenses, direct ophthalmoscope, Hess screen, slit lamp, A- and B- scans, IOL Master, retinoscope, keratometer, tonometer, pentacam and specular microscopy.

Preferred Qualifications:

Additional training and certification as an Ophthalmic Medical Technologist is preferred. Current member of the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) is preferred.

Please note:

All postings close at 23:59 MT of the postingend date indicated.

Security Screening:

A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Additionally, all employees have an ongoing duty to disclose any charges or convictions that may occur during their employment with AHS.

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