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The Rockyview General Hospital Ophthalmology (Eye) Clinic is a high‑volume ambulatory clinic providing care to more than 25,000 patients annually. We support a wide range of ophthalmic subspecialties, including oncology, glaucoma, retina, low vision, comprehensive ophthalmology, neuro‑ophthalmology, adult strabismus, and a 365‑day urgent eye clinic. Diagnostic services include ultrasound, ophthalmic imaging, angiography, visual fields, electrophysiology, and more.
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: RGH Eye Clinic Primary Location: Rockyview General Hospital Location Details: As Per Location Multi-Site: Not Applicable FTE: 0.80 Posting End Date: 09-OCT-2026 Temporary Employee Class: Temp P/T Benefits Date Available: 19-OCT-2026 Temporary End Date: 29-OCT-2027 Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: 24 Shifts per cycle: 96 Shift Pattern: Days, Weekends Days Off: As Per Rotation Minimum Salary: $42.14 Maximum Salary: $56.02 Vehicle Requirement: Not Applicable
Required Qualifications:
Completion of an orthoptic course from an accredited institution. Active membership with the Canadian Orthoptic Council (COC).
Additional Required Qualifications:
Certified Orthoptist credential from an accredited orthoptic training program. Active membership with the Canadian Orthoptic Council (COC). Basic Life Support (BLS) certification. Minimum of three years of experience in a pediatric and/or adult strabismus clinic; hospital experience preferred. Advanced knowledge of binocular vision, ocular motility disorders, strabismus, amblyopia, and neuro-ophthalmic conditions. Ability to perform specialized orthoptic assessments and diagnostic testing including Hess screen testing, synoptophore assessments, and refractions. Ability to recognize, assess, and respond to complex or high-risk patient presentations with minimal supervision. Demonstrated strong communication, critical thinking, clinical judgment, and decision-making skills. Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications and clinical information systems. Demonstrated alignment with AHS values: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence, and safety. Ability to work in a physically demanding environment, including lifting, pushing, pulling, reaching, bending, standing, walking, and prolonged sitting.
Preferred Qualifications:
International Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology (IJCAHPO) Certification (e.g. COT, COMT). Proficiency in ophthalmic technical skills, including applanation tonometry, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and ophthalmic photography. Experience with adult strabismus and neuro-ophthalmology clinics. Experience using Connect Care. Experience with interdisciplinary and specialty clinics. Experience supporting clinical education, teaching, or mentorship initiatives.
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Responsibilities
Perform advanced eye-function measurements and diagnostic tests to support ophthalmologists in diagnosing and treating eye disorders. Participate in research, educational rounds, and in-services, while maintaining current knowledge of ocular conditions, treatments, and clinical trials.
Requirements
Requires completion of an accredited orthoptic course, Certified Orthoptist credentials, active Canadian Orthoptic Council membership, and Basic Life Support certification. Requires at least three years of pediatric and/or adult strabismus clinic experience, advanced orthoptic assessment skills, and strong clinical judgment, communication, and technical abilities.
Skills
- Orthoptic Assessment
- Binocular Vision
- Ocular Motility Disorders
- Strabismus
- Amblyopia
- Neuro-Ophthalmology
- Hess Screen Testing
- Synoptophore Assessment
- Refraction
- Applanation Tonometry
- Optical Coherence Tomography
- Ophthalmic Photography
- Clinical Judgment
- Critical Thinking
- Patient Communication
- Clinical Information Systems
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Science & Research
- Education
Keywords
- Orthoptist
- Ophthalmology
- Orthoptic Course
- Certified Orthoptist
- Canadian Orthoptic Council
- Basic Life Support
- Binocular Vision
- Ocular Motility Disorders
- Strabismus
- Amblyopia
- Neuro-Ophthalmology
- Hess Screen Testing
- Synoptophore
- Refraction
- Applanation Tonometry
- Optical Coherence Tomography
- Ophthalmic Imaging
- Angiography
- Visual Fields
- Electrophysiology
- Ophthalmic Photography
- Clinical Research
- Clinical Trials
- Connect Care
- Microsoft Office
- Patient Assessment
- Clinical Education
- Interdisciplinary Clinics
