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Orthoptist
@ Alberta Health Services
Edmonton, Alberta
Overview
Alberta Health Services is hiring a full-time temporary Orthoptist at the Eye Institute of Alberta, Royal Alexandra Hospital, working mainly with pediatric ophthalmologists and oculoplastic surgeons. The role covers sensorimotor evaluation, vision screening, eye function measurements and assessment of binocular vision disorders. The posting states a days shift pattern with Saturday and Sunday off and a salary of $42.14 to $56.02 per hour.
Responsibilities:
- Complete vision screenings and eye function measurements
- Take patient histories and document ocular and medical information
- Perform sensorimotor evaluations and non-surgical management
- Assist ophthalmologists in diagnosis and treatment
- Participate in research studies and clinical trials
Requirements summary:
- Accredited orthoptic course completion
- Active Canadian Orthoptic Council membership
- Three years of orthoptist healthcare experience
- Current CPR certification
- Strong medical terminology and pharmacology knowledge
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Job details
| Seniority | Mid level |
| Department | Allied health |
| Experience | 3+ years |
| Hours per week | 38.75 |
| Schedule | day |
| Travel | air: none · ground: none |
| Work setting | Hospital or clinic |
| Position | Sitting and standing |
| Physical demands | physical low · computer moderate |
| Languages | English |
| Licences & certifications | Canadian Orthoptic Council membership, CPR |
| Education | Trade certificate (required) |
| Fields of study | Orthoptics |
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Alberta Health 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, 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
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- Alberta Health 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…
| Field | Value |
|---|---|
| Industry | Hospitals and Health Care |
| Company size | 10,001+ employees |
| Headquarters | Edmonton, Alberta |
| Organization type | Nonprofit |
| Year founded | 2008 |
| Specialties | Health Support and Services |
| Open jobs on Jobsy | 2,272 |
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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: Eye Institute of Alberta
- Primary Location: Royal Alexandra Hospital
- Location Details: As Per Location
- Multi-Site: Not Applicable
- FTE: 1.00
- Posting End Date: 18-NOV-2026
- Temporary Employee Class: Temp F/T Benefits
- Date Available: 30-NOV-2026
- Temporary End Date: 30-NOV-2027
- Hours per Shift: 7.75
- Length of Shift in weeks: 8
- Shifts per cycle: 40
- Shift Pattern: Days
- Days Off: Saturday/Sunday
- 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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