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Orthoptist
@ Alberta Health Services
Edmonton, Alberta
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Alberta Health Services is hiring a casual, per diem Orthoptist at the Royal Alexandra Hospital Eye Institute of Alberta. The role performs advanced eye function measurements and sensorimotor evaluations for ophthalmologists, primarily pediatric and oculoplastic. Days shift, $42.14 to $56.02 per hour.
Responsabilités :
- Perform eye function measurements and ancillary tests
- Assess and evaluate binocular vision and ocular motility disorders
- Complete vision screenings and patient histories
- Assist ophthalmologists in diagnosis and treatment
- Participate in research studies and educational sessions
Résumé des exigences :
- Completion of an accredited orthoptic course
- Active Canadian Orthoptic Council membership
- Minimum three years orthoptist experience in healthcare
- Current CPR certification
- Competence with ophthalmic equipment
Outils et compétences
Source et dates
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- Date publiée par l’employeur
- 2026-10-29
- Première détection par notre source
- 2026-10-30
- Mise à jour du dossier source
- 2026-11-06
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Détails du poste
| Niveau | Intermédiaire |
| Domaine | Professions paramédicales |
| Expérience | 3 an(s) et plus |
| Horaire | jour |
| Déplacements | avion : aucun · route : aucun |
| Milieu de travail | Hôpital ou clinique |
| Position | Assis et debout |
| Exigences physiques | physique faible · ordinateur modéré |
| Langues | English |
| Permis et certifications | Canadian Orthoptic Council membership, CPR |
| Formation | Diplôme professionnel (médecine, droit…) (exigé) |
| Domaines d’études | Orthoptics |
Résumé et détails rédigés par l’IA à partir de l’offre; l’offre de l’employeur fait foi.
Alberta Health Services
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Description complète de l’entreprise
Alberta Health Services (AHS) is proud to be part of Canada’s first and largest provincewide, integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to more than 4.5 million people living in Alberta, as well as occasionally to some residents of other provinces and territories Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life, and from all corners of the world. Our mission is to provide a patient-focused, quality health system that is accessible and sustainable for all Albertans. Our five values – compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and safety – are at the heart of everything that we do.
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- 10030 – 107 Street NW, Edmonton, Alberta T5J 3E4, CA
- 1620 29 St NW, Calgary, AB T2N 4L7, CA
- Autres noms enregistrés
- Alberta Health Services
- Spécialités
- Health Support and Services
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Alberta Health Services (AHS) is proud to be part of Canada’s first and largest provincewide, integrated health system, responsible for delivering health services to more than 4.5 million people living in Alberta, as well as occasionally to some residents of other provinces and territories Our skilled and dedicated professionals, support staff and physicians come from numerous disciplines, from all walks of life…
| Champ | Valeur |
|---|---|
| Secteur | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Taille | 10,001+ employees |
| Siège social | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Type d’organisation | Nonprofit |
| Fondée en | 2008 |
| Spécialités | Health Support and Services |
| Offres sur Jobsy | 2 151 |
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Your Opportunity:
As an important member of the ophthalmic team working primarily with pediatric Ophthalmologists, Oculoplastic surgeons, and other staff Ophthalmologists, patients may be referred to the Orthoptist for sensorimotor evaluation and non-surgical management of binocular single vision disorders. In clinic, they are responsible for completing vision screenings in adults and children; obtaining the chief complaint and history of present illness; documenting ocular, medical and family history; recording medication history and drug allergies; performing lensometry, auto and manual refraction, retinoscopy, and eye pressure measurements by Tonopen and applanation tonometry; performing a-scan biometry, keratometry and Goldmann visual fields; and maintaining and stocking instruments and supplies. Orthoptists have specialized knowledge in vision science and their practice includes the assessment, evaluation and identification of disorders of binocular vision, ocular motility, and related disorders of vision for the purpose of enhancing or restoring visual function.
Description:
As an Orthoptist, you will perform advanced-level eye function measurements and ancillary tests to assist ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating eye disorders and diseases. You will participate in research studies, educational rounds and in-services, and maintain good medical knowledge of ocular anatomy, pharmacology, diseases, and management, including current available treatments and clinical trials.
- Classification: Orthoptist
- Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH
- Unit and Program: Royal Alexandra Hospital Eye Institute of Alberta
- Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 0.00
- Posting End Date: 06-NOV-2026
- Employee Class: Casual/Relief
- Date Available: 16-NOV-2026
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: Varies
- Shifts per cycle: Varies
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Other
- Minimum Salary: $42.14
- Maximum Salary: $56.02
- Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Completion of an orthoptic course from an accredited institution. Active membership with the Canadian Orthoptic Council (COC).
Additional Required Qualifications:Minimum of three years’ experience as an Orthoptist in a healthcare setting, preferably in a hospital eye clinic or an Ophthalmologist’s office. Current CPR certification is required. Fluent in medical terminology and pharmacology (especially in ophthalmic diseases & conditions) Self-directed, relates well to health team professionals, patients and their families. Shows good judgement, excellent communication, organization and interpersonal skills. Able to set priorities and make decisions that are appropriate to the position. Competent in use of equipment: visual projector, autorefractor, lensometer, phoroptor, visual field perimeters, trial frames & lenses, direct ophthalmoscope, Hess screen, slit lamp, A- and B- scans, IOL Master, retinoscope, keratometer, tonometer, pentacam and specular microscopy.
Preferred Qualifications:Additional training and certification as an Ophthalmic Medical Technologist is preferred. Current member of the Joint Commission of Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (JCAHPO) is preferred.
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