Orthoptist (Casual) - Grade 1 or 2

Alfred Health

Alfred Health is a leader in health care delivery, improvement, research and education. We are the main provider of health services to people living in the inner southeast suburbs of Melbourne, from ambulatory to inpatient and home and community-based services. On 1 January 2026, Alfred Health will come together with Kooweerup Regional Health Service, Peninsula Health, Bass Coast Health and Gippsland Southern Health Service to create Bayside Health, a newly merged health service with more than 22,000 employees caring for a community of over 1.2 million Victorians. The new health service will provide people with the best possible care with services that support them throughout their lives. The merger will also strengthen our workforce, providing new training, education and career opportunities. Subject to final approval on 1 January 2026, all employees from the five health services will transfer to Bayside Health.

• Casual Positions
• Grade 1 or 2 Orthoptist (PN12-PN16 or PN21-PN24)
• The Alfred Hospital Location
• Great Staff Benefits

The Department

The Allied Health Professional Practice Framework underpins the work of Allied Health at Alfred Health in contributing to Alfred Health’s purpose. The Orthoptists play an integral role in providing clinical support to the Ophthalmology, and Neuro Ophthalmology services, operating in close physical and functional association with the Units. Assessment and management are provided for chronic ocular disease, ocular motility disorders, visual field and colour analysis and biophysical measurements.

The Position Summary

As an orthoptist, you will provide an exceptional level of service to the outpatient clinic and services. You will have a strong focus on patient-centred care and the ability to liaise with a variety of stakeholders. You will provide an exceptional level of service in Orthoptics, within the Ophthalmology and Neuro-Ophthalmology outpatient clinical settings, at Alfred Health.

Skills and Qualifications Required 

• Bachelor of Orthoptics or equivalent
• Bachelor of Orthoptics & Ophthalmic Science (or equivalent)
• Registered Member with the Australian Orthoptic Board (AOB)
• Demonstrated knowledge of and skills in orthotics and ophthalmic assessment
• Registration with the Orthoptic Association of Australia (OAA) is desirable 

Benefits

• Salary Packaging & Novated Leasing through Maxxia.
• Flexible Heath Insurance coverage through HCF Health Insurance.
• On-site car & bike parking opportunities, Deducted Pre-Tax(Subject to availability)
• Fantastic onsite fitness facilities at The Alfred through ProSport Health and Fitness.
• Child Care Services at The Alfred managed by KU Children’s Services.

If applicable, specify specific requirements that you require in the cover letter or CV.

Any queries please contact Natalie Coleman on 0417 511 219.

Applications closing 11pm AEST, Sunday 28th of December 2025

We embrace diversity and strive to have a workforce that reflects the communities we serve. We actively encourage applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, people with disability, and people of all genders, sexualities, and cultural backgrounds.

If you require adjustments to the recruitment and selection process, or require an alternative format to any of the application materials, please don’t hesitate to get in touch with the contact person listed on this ad.

In accordance with the Health Services Amendment (Mandatory Vaccination of Healthcare Workers) Act 2020, health care workers in Category A or B roles (as determined by the department’s risk ratings) are required to be vaccinated against influenza or hold an acceptable medical exemption. 

Website: www.alfredhealth.org.au