As an key 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; 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; 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. Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Royal Alexandra Hospital Eye Institute of Alberta Multi-Site: Not Applicable Employee Class: Casual/Relief Length of Shift in weeks: Shifts per cycle: Shift Pattern: Union: HSAA Facility PROF/TECH Unit and Program: Royal Alexandra Hospital Eye Institute of Alberta Royal Alexandra Hospital Multi-Site: Not Applicable Employee Class:



Casual/Relief Hours per Shift: 7.75 Length of Shift in weeks: Shifts per Cycle: Varies Shift Pattern: Minimum of three years' experience as an Orthoptist in a healthcare setting, preferably in a hospital eye clinic or an Ophthalmologist's office. Fluent in medical terminology and pharmacology (especially in ophthalmic diseases & conditions) Self-directed, relates well to health team professionals, patients and their families. 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. 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. A satisfactory criminal record check and/or Vulnerable Sector Search is required prior to your first day of work. Communities. Our team of skilled and dedicated health care professionals, support staff, and physicians promote wellness and provide health care all across Alberta. AHS values the diversity of the people and communities we serve and is committed to attracting, engaging and developing a diverse and inclusive workforce. Create and manage profiles for future opportunities.

📌 Orthoptist - Ophthalmology Clinic (Edmonton)
🏢 Alberta Health Services
📍 Edmonton