Employment Type: Casual Position Classification: Orthoptist Level 1/2 Remuneration: $35.78 - $41.81 per hour plus superannuation Hours Per Week: As Required/Up to 38 Requisition ID: REQ519610 Applications Close: 16/04/2025 This opportunity is to join our Prince of Wales Orthoptic casual pool. Orthoptists in our casual pool, pending their availability may be called upon at short notice or may be rostered in advance to cover shift vacancies. Orthoptists work part of a multidisciplinary team in the Eye Clinic at Prince of Wales Hospital to provide orthoptic and ophthalmic care to outpatients and inpatients. The vision for South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) is ‘exceptional care, healthier lives’. SESLHD is committed to enabling our community to be healthy and well, and to providing the best possible compassionate care when people need it. Plan, coordinate and deliver high quality orthoptic care to patients of the Orthoptic Department consistent with South Eastern Sydney Local Health District (SESLHD) policies, procedures and standards. Benefits: Up to 12 allocated days off each year (for full-time employees) in addition to annual leave. Salary packaging options that reduce your taxable income and increase your take-home pay Up to $9K for living expenses and $2.6K meal & entertainment & Novated Leasing. Discounted gym memberships with a Fitness Passport Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for employees and family members. Discounted Private Health Insurance. Inner city location with direct access to eastern suburbs beaches, restaurants and transport links that are right at the front door Selection Criteria: Must hold a Diploma or bachelor of Applied Science (Orthoptics), Masters in Orthoptics or equivalent with eligibility for registration with the Orthoptic Board of Australia. Demonstrated knowledge and experience in the investigation and managment of adult and paediatric patients with strabismus and ocular motility disorders within commensurate years of experience. Demonstrated knowledge and ability in ophthalmic assisting including perimetry, OCT, Pentacam, refraction, ocular Biometry Demonstrated high level written and verbal communication, and interpersonal skills Demonstrated commitment to quality improvement and ability to translate evidence into practice. Ability to work as part of a multi-disciplinary team and to exercise independent professional judgement on routine matters, commensurate with years of experience. Need More Information? 1) Click here for the Position Description and SESLHD Expected Standards 2) Find out more about applying for this position For role related queries or questions contact Kyaran Broughill-Dowling on Kyaran.Butlerhealth.nsw.gov.au Our CORE Values are Collaboration, Openness, Respect and Empowerment and have been created by employees for employees and help define how we work and to inspire positive interactions in the workplace. SESLHD values a diverse workforce. Read about our Diversity, Inclusion and Belonging strategy here. Reasonable Adjustments: NSW Health recognises everyone is unique, and that you may require some adjustments to ensure you have the best opportunity to apply. If we can make some adjustments to the NSW Health recruitment/interview process, then please email SESLHD-Recruitment-POWH-SSEHhealth.nsw.gov.au and let us know. Adjustments may include but are not limited to, physical requirements, interview setups and specific interview availability times where required. Information For Applicants: An eligibility list may be created for future vacancies. Employment of a temporary visa holder may only occur if no suitable permanent resident or citizen of Australia has been identified for this position following suitable labour market testing. Applicants will be assessed against the essential requirements and selection criteria contained within the position description. Recommended applicants will be reviewed for compliance with NSW Health policy directive Occupational Assessment, Screening and Vaccination against Specific Diseases for all positions prior to offer. SESLHD is committed to creating a workplace that reflects the diversity of our community. This will help ensure our employees, our patients and their carers, feel supported. We invite candidates of all ages, genders, sexual orientation, cultural backgrounds, people with disability, neurodiverse individuals, and Indigenous Australians to apply. We do have an Aboriginal Employment Consultant that can also provide support ( SESLHD-AboriginalWorkforcehealth.nsw.gov.au ) and for additional information please visit our Stepping Up Website