Senior Orthoptist — Lead Pediatric Vision Services

Children’s Health Ireland Jobs; Dublin; On-site; EUR 55,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Children’s Health Ireland is seeking a senior Orthoptist to fulfil the duties of the post. The successful candidate may be required to work across CHI sites and services in line with organisational requirements and the development of the new children’s hospital and associated services.

Applications must include a cover letter detailing relevant experience and how the essential criteria are met. The closing date for submissions is Thursday, 12th November 2026 by 23:45 pm.

Qualifications

• Eligible applicants must possess a relevant orthoptic qualification.
• Be registered as an Orthoptist with HCPC in the UK.
• Have 3 years full-time post-qualification clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Fulfil duties of a senior Orthoptist as outlined for the post.
• Potentially work across CHI sites and services as required.

Skills

Clinical experience

Orthoptics

HCPC registration

Education

BSc (Hons) Orthoptics – Glasgow Caledonian University

BSc (Hons) Orthoptics – University of Liverpool

BMed Sci (Hons) Orthoptics – University of Sheffield

Job description

Children’s Health Ireland is seeking a senior Orthoptist to fulfil the duties of the post. The successful candidate may be required to work across CHI sites and services in line with organisational requirements and the development of the new children’s hospital and associated services.

Applications must include a cover letter detailing relevant experience and how the essential criteria are met. The closing date for submissions is Thursday, 12th November 2026 by 23:45 pm.