Orthoptist (Undefined)

Location: Melbourne | Parkville

Job type: Casual

Organisation: The Royal Children's Hospital

**Salary**: $69,000 - $77,000

Occupation: Medical and Nursing

Reference: 11477

**About the Role**

We are currently seeking casual orthoptists for locum work in the RCH Ophthalmology Department who have highly developed clinical skills, demonstrated abilities in performing both as a team member and independently, and a keen interest in Paediatric Ophthalmology. Please note there are no fixed shifts with this position as it is for casual locum work only.

**Your skills and experience**
- Bachelor of Applied Science (Orthoptics) or equivalent.
- Registered with or eligible for registration with the Australian Orthoptic Board (AOB).
- Experience in paediatric orthoptics or strabismus is desirable.

**Key attributes**
- Highly motivated with a commitment to delivering a high standard of care.
- A capacity to work both autonomously and within a multi-disciplinary team.
- Able to demonstrate an ability to manage time and prioritise tasks.
- Excellent communication skills
- Able to demonstrate attendance or participation at Orthoptic Continuing Education events and maintain an awareness of current orthoptic and ophthalmic evidence based practice.

If this sounds like you, click **here** to view the position description.

**What we offer**:

- Discounted on-site car parking
- Ability to join Fitness Passport - Your pass to an extensive choice of fitness facilities

**Other requirements**:

- Current National Criminal Record Check, or willing to obtain
- Valid Working with Children Check
- Compliance with RCHs “Staff Immunisation - Prevention of Vaccine Preventable Diseases” procedure

**Application process