About the Opportunity

The Orthoptist is responsible for the assessment, evaluation, identification, diagnosis, and nonsurgical treatment of disorders of binocular vision, visual development, and ocular motility for the purpose of improving or restoring function. Tests include but are not limited to identification and quantification of strabismus, visual acuity testing, stereoacuity testing, colour vision assessment, Hess Screen evaluations, oculomotor motility, and prism adaptation. Pediatric and adult orthoptic patients will be seen by referral from an ophthalmologist or neurologist only. (Pediatric screening patients may be referred by family physicians, nurse practitioners, or pediatricians). Reports and summaries of findings, including diagnosis and recommendations, will be sent to referring physicians. orthoptic treatment will be initiated and carried out as required. The Orthoptist has a major role in patient / family instruction and minor role in the instruction of public health nurses.

About You

We would love to hear from you if you have the following :

• Graduate of an accredited Orthoptics / Ophthalmic Medical Technologists program
• Certification as an orthoptist by the Canadian Orthoptic Council
• Excellent organizational, time management, stress management, communication and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated ability to set priorities and work independently
• Competencies in other languages an asset, French preferred

PLEASE NOTE : Applicants relying on education and experience equivalencies must clearly state such equivalencies in their application. Additionally, candidates will not be considered for an interview if applications are incomplete or are missing information.

Hours

Compensation and Incentives

34.68 - $43.80 Hourly

Successful candidates will be eligible for our benefits package which includes health, dental, travel, long-term disability, and life insurance coverage as well as a defined benefit pension plan.