Position Title: Ophthalmic Nurse
Job Type: Permanent Part-Time to Full-Time
Townsville Eye Care is a well-established ophthalmic practice in Townsville, North Queensland. Working in our practice, our patients are offered a full range of ophthalmic services, including cataract surgery, glaucoma treatment, diabetic eye screening treatment, macular degeneration treatment, oculoplastic surgery, corneal surgery and more.
We are seeking a friendly, motivated and quick learning Registered/Enrolled Nurse with current registration with AHPRA to join our team in a permanent part-time to full-time capacity.
Qualifications and experience
* A positive and proactive attitude with a strong work ethic
* Excellent written and verbal communication skills. Highly organized and detail-oriented.
* The ability to work as part of the practice team and autonomously
* A high level of care that is patient focused and the ability to maintain confidentiality
* Reliable, efficient, and able to work under pressure, with a demonstrated capacity to multitask and manage competing demands.
* Flexibility with start and finish times
* A willingness to learn. Experience working in an ophthalmic practice will be an advantage but not essential.
* Sound judgement, combined with a calm, mature and professional attitude.
* Live and have the right to work in Australia.
Benefits
* An above award pay
* Professional training
* A friendly and thriving practice with an excellent, professional reputation
Roles and responsibilities
* Set up and assist the Ophthalmologist in all aspects of patient care to enable efficient and effective patient management.
* Conduct ophthalmic patient workups including screening of visual acuity, dilation, intraocular pressure tests, and medical history.
* Conduct screening tests including visual fields, OCT, tonometer, topography, and biometry.
* Preparation, cleaning and maintenance of instruments and equipment.
* Preparation of local anaesthetic and other drugs.
* Assist the Ophthalmologist with minor procedures.
* Sterilise medical instruments.
* Maintain medical stock supplies.
* Maintain emergency equipment and drugs.
* Support Administrative staff as required.
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