Retinology Institute is now hiring Locum Orthoptist in Glen Iris VIC 3146. View job listing details and apply now.

Retinology Institute is a state-of-the-art private ophthalmology practice situated in Glen Iris, Melbourne. The clinic sub-specialises in the diagnosis and management of vitreo-retinal disorders, and is a combined clinical and research practice directed by leading consultant vitreoretinal ophthalmologist, Associate Professor Wilson Heriot, and joined by medical retinal specialist Dr Thomas Gin.

Retinology is currently seeking a motivated and enthusiastic locum Orthoptist to cover consulting sessions in August, including:
• Tuesday 2nd August 2022
• Monday 8th August 2022
• Wednesday 10th August 2022
• Thursday 11th August 2022 (AM only)
• Monday 15th August 2022
• Wednesday 17th August 2022
• Thursday 18th August 2022 (AM only)
• Monday 22nd August 2022
• Wednesday 24th August 2022

Job requirements and duties include the following:
• Tertiary qualifications in... Orthoptics, and registration with Australian Orthoptics Board. Current membership with Orthoptics Australia is desirable, but not essential.
• Experience in a retinal clinic is desirable.
• Computer literacy. The clinic uses the electronic medical record system, VIP, and knowledge of the system would be an advantage.
• Ability to work in a busy environment. The clinic will require strong clinical reasoning and organisational skills.
• Excellent communications skills and ability to work well in a team.

Duties will include:
• Standard Orthoptic patient work-up (Patient history, BCVA, Subjective Refraction, Colour Testing etc.)
• Tonometry (iCare, Goldmann).
• OCT and OCTA (Heidelberg Spectralis HRA+OCT).
• Fundus Photography (Zeiss CLARUS)
• FFA and ICG angiography (Heidelberg Spectralis).
• Assisting in the set-up of intravitreal injections and minor procedures.
• Perimetry Testing including Humphrey visual field and MAIA microperimetry.
• Cataract work-up including Ascan (Heidelberg Anterion, IOL Master, Immersion and contact, when required), iTrace and Auto refraction.
• Assisting in post-operative care of patients.
• Assisting administration team with patient triaging.
• Setting up consultation rooms.

Job Types: Subcontract, Locum

Schedule:
• Day shift

COVID-19 considerations:
Retinology Institute employees are required to be vaccinated for COVID-19.

Ability to commute/relocate:
• Glen Iris, VIC 3146: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Authorisation:
• Australia (Required)

Application Deadline: 25/07/2022
Expected Start Date: 02/08/2022
Glen Iris VIC Australia

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