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Orthoptist
@ Island Health
Victoria, British Columbia
Overview
Island Health is hiring a per diem Orthoptist to assess referred patients and carry out therapy as directed by the referring ophthalmologist, working under the Administrative Director of Ophthalmology. The role requires a Canadian Orthoptic Council certificate to practice and at least one year of recent related experience. Patient safety and continuous quality improvement are part of the role.
Responsibilities:
- Provide orthoptic assessments on referred patients
- Carry out therapy as indicated by the referring ophthalmologist
- Assist with other specialized duties
Requirements summary:
- Canadian Orthoptic Council certificate to practice
- Two-year accredited orthoptic training
- Minimum one year recent related experience
- Bachelor degree in sciences or social sciences preferred
Source and dates
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- Employer posting date
- 2026-11-08
- First seen by our source
- 2026-11-09
- Source record updated
- 2026-11-09
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Experience | 1+ years |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Licences & certifications | Certificate to practice from the Canadian Orthoptic Council |
| Education | Bachelor’s degree (preferred), Professional degree (MD, JD…) (required) |
| Fields of study | Sciences, Social sciences |
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Island Health
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Company size | 10001+ |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 1,273 |
Job Description
In accordance with the Vision, Purpose, and Values, and strategic direction of the Vancouver Island Health Authority, patient safety is a priority and a responsibility shared by everyone at VIHA; as such, the requirement to continuously improve quality and safety is inherent in all aspects of this position.
Reporting to the Administrative Director of Ophthalmology or designate, provides orthoptic assessments on referred patients, carries out therapy as indicated by the referring Ophthalmologist and assists with other specialized duties.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education, Training And Experience
Bachelor degree in sciences, social sciences is preferred, plus completion of a two-year training period in an accredited training centre. Certificate to practice from the Canadian Orthoptic Council.A minimum of one year recent related experience.
Skills And Abilities
- Ability to establish and maintain effective work relationships with others.
- Ability to work under pressure.
- Ability to communicate effectively both verbally and in writing.
- Ability to organize work.
- Physical ability to perform the duties of the position.
Link to Full Job Description
https://jd.viha.ca/JD846.pdfJournal
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