Orthoptist - Ophthalmic Clinic

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Halton Healthcare takes great pride in providing quality, compassionate healthcare services to our rapidly growing communities. As a progressive and vibrant healthcare organization, we are committed to being an innovative center of excellence in community hospital care.

The Orthoptist within the Ophthalmology clinic, will provide precise strabismus evaluation and oversee therapy of certain conditions including both paediatric and adult strabismus. Using specialist skills, will assist in diagnosing problems and help to determine appropriate management to help improve the patients' vision. The Orthoptist works with the clinic team, Physician and referring Ophthalmologist and may act as a liaison with the patient/family in developing a successful treatment plan.

• An undergraduate Bachelor’s Degree from a University or equivalent
• Certification from a recognized institution in Orthoptics (Canadian Ophthalmological Society/Canadian Orthoptic Council)
• Minimum 2 years experience working as an Orthoptist including screening, evaluation and treatment of disorders of VA and eye muscle disorders in children and adults
• Competency with work-up including not limited to visual acuities, stereopsis, IOP checks, checking pupils and lensometry
• Knowledge and experience in evaluating disorders affecting visual function
• Proficient in statements of possible modes of non-surgical treatment including occlusion therapy, prism recommendation and application, orthoptic exercises and knowledge of refraction
• Demonstrated teaching skills required to provide patient education and care direction
• Demonstrated proficiency in computer applications such as word processing, spreadsheets and hospital based operating system
• Knowledge of medical terminology as required
• Knowledge and skill in office procedures and equipment use related to ophthalmology
• Demonstrated effective communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills within an interdisciplinary team environment
• Effective problem solving abilities
• Promotion of a safe work environment and adherence to regulated safety activities
• Commitment to Halton Healthcare mission, vision and values

The ideal candidate is strong in attention to detail in a dynamic, rapidly changing environment and should be ready to drive change and innovation. We require an individual who is a strong communicator, interacts with co-workers and clients with care and respect and has the ability to foster a work environment that focuses on teamwork.

Hours: Monday to Friday, days,0800-1600 (hours are subject to change based on operational requirements)

Salary: $36.53 - $45.69 per hour

Date Posted: November 19, 2024

Internal application deadline: November 26, 2024

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Halton Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer who is committed to integrating diversity, equity and inclusion throughout our operations, policies and culture. If you are passionate about what you do, motivated by a job well done, and as committed to excellence, quality and patient satisfaction as we are, we'd like to hear from you. Please attach your current resume directly to this posting.

We thank all those who apply but only those individuals selected for further consideration will be contacted.

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