Orthoptist - casual pool 2026 (adelaide)

Women's and Children's Health Network – Paediatric Surgery & Ophthalmology

Location: North Adelaide

Salary Classification: AHP2 – Allied Health Professional L2 – $_____ to $_____ per hour + 25% casual loading. Casual employment – Term Contract (12-months).

About the Opportunity

The Paediatric Surgery – Ophthalmology team is looking for an Orthoptist who will provide high‐quality ophthalmic care at the Women and Children's Health Network.

Responsibilities

• Investigate and manage paediatric ophthalmology and ocular motility conditions.
• Contribute to the effective and efficient operation of Ophthalmology outpatient clinics.
• Participate in community outreach clinics to expand access to specialist screening services within metropolitan Adelaide, as required by the department.

Requirements

• Appropriate degree or Master's Degree qualification in Orthoptics that entitles registration with the Australian Orthoptic Board (AOB).
• Eligibility for membership of Orthoptics Australia (OA).
• 2 years of paediatric ophthalmology experience post‐qualification.
• Experience in the field of paediatric orthoptics: strabismus, amblyopia, ocular motility, refractive error and assessment of children with visual impairments.
• Experience with a range of orthoptic assessment procedures.
• Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships with peers and staff at all levels.
• High level of written and oral communication skills.
• Ability to analyse and interpret clinical data.

What WCHN Can Offer You

• Salary package and benefits (including living expenses such as mortgage, rent, utility bills and groceries) up to $9,010 per FBT year + $2,650 for meal entertainment expenses per FBT year.
• Access to the Fitness Passport – a workplace health and fitness program that gives you and your family access to a wide choice of gyms and pools across South Australia.
• Free public transport for SA Health Metropolitan Hospital Workers.
• Access to generous leave provisions and professional development opportunities.
• Support for you and your family via the Employee Assistance Program.
• Financial support may be available if you are considering relocating from interstate or overseas.

About Us

Women and Children's Health Network provides comprehensive healthcare services to women, children and families in South Australia.