Orthoptist - Ambulatory Ophthalmology

Orthoptist - Ambulatory Ophthalmology

Please apply via http://hamiltonhealthsciences.ca/careers and search for Requisition #111546

HHS Requisition # 111546
Status: Temporary Full- time
Rate: $39.02 - $50.02 Hourly

Unit Summary

Step into a job that opens countless doors. As one of Canada’s largest and most diverse hospitals, we’re providing advanced care to people of all ages from across the province. You can explore advancement opportunities, take professional development courses, and stretch yourself as a leader, all at HHS. We are the largest employer in the greater Hamilton region, and play a vital role in training the next generation of health professionals in collaboration with our academic partners, including McMaster University and Mohawk College. Hamilton Health Sciences is a hospital system of 18,000 staff, physicians, researchers and volunteers that proudly serves south central Ontario residents. We also provide specialized, advanced care to people from across the province.

McMaster Children’s Hospital, located in Hamilton’s west-end, is the second largest children’s hospital in Canada. We are home to the fastest-growing kids-only emergency department in Ontario, one of Canada’s most advanced neonatal intensive care units, and a range of programs and clinics with unique expertise in a number of areas including children’s cancer, digestive diseases, and mental health.

The 3V2 Pediatric Ophthalmology Clinic provides special eye care needs to both pediatric and adult populations in Hamilton and the surrounding area. The clinic is comprised of specialists and sub specialists who provide both evaluation and treatment of certain conditions within this population.

Position Summary

The Orthoptist within the Pediatric Ophthalmology Clinic will provide a precise evaluation of vision loss and eye muscle abnormalities for pediatric and adult patients. The Orthoptist will assist in diagnosing conditions, develop, and implement treatment management plans to help improve the patients’ vision or visual comfort. The Orthoptist works with the interdisciplinary clinical team and may act as liaison between the Ophthalmologist and the patient/family in developing a successful treatment plan.

Schedule Work Hours

Monday to Friday; days.
This position is temporary until May 2026.

Qualifications

- Certification from a recognized institution (Canadian Ophthalmological Society/Canadian Orthoptic Council) in Orthoptics
- Experience working as an Orthoptist including evaluation and treatment of disorders of VA (Visual Acuities), eye movements and alignment in children and adults
- Competency with visual acuities, stereopsis, IOP (Intraocular pressures), Goldmann's, evaluation of pupils, alternate prism cover test, ocular motility, and lensometry
- Demonstrated knowledge and proficiency with up to date techniques of non-surgical treatments for amblyopia strabismus and diplopia
- Demonstrated knowledgeable and experience in evaluating disorders affecting visual function
- Demonstrated knowledge in visual fields, OCT (Optical Coherence Tomography), fundus photography, pachymetry, and B-Scans
- 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 Hamilton Health Sciences mission, vision and values

Proficiency in both Official Languages would be an asset.

Hamilton Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer.

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