Orthoptist - Casual Pool 2026
Core
Provide high-quality ophthalmic care by investigating and managing paediatric ophthalmology and ocular motility conditions.
Role type
Specialist clinical orthoptist (paediatric)
Builds
Ophthalmology outpatient clinics and community outreach screening services
Domain
Healthcare / Paediatric Ophthalmology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
paediatric orthoptics assessment, strabismus management, amblyopia management, ocular motility assessment, refractive error assessment, visual impairment assessment, orthoptic assessment procedures, clinical data analysis
Preferred skills
developing working relationships with peers and staff
Technologies
orthoptic assessment tools
Responsibilities
Investigate and manage paediatric ophthalmology and ocular motility conditions; contribute to the effective operation of Ophthalmology outpatient clinics; participate in community outreach clinics for specialist screening.
Seniority
Mid-level specialist (2+ years post-qualification)