Community Optometrist - Clinical & Referral Liaison
Are you an Orthoptist, Optometrist, Ophthalmic Assistant or New Graduate in the field?
At the Sydney Eye Clinic, part of the Clearsight group, we pride ourselves on our award-winning laser technology and offer the most advanced laser eye surgery and vision technologies available. As specialists incataractsandlaser eye surgery, our highly skilled doctors use world-class technology with the latest and safest blade-free laser eye surgery techniques, designed to reduce the risk of complications whilst delivering outstanding results for our patients.
Our professional and experienced medicalteam have helped over 25,000 patients improve their vision since 1996.
About the Role
We are currently seeking an Orthoptist or Optometrist, based in Darlinghurst & Brookvale to join our team on a full-time permanent basis. You’ll work primarily at one of the sites 2-3 days a week doing clinical and refractive screenings, with the remaining 1–2 days as a Referral Liaison. It is a traveling role within metropolitan Sydney. Essential - must have a driver's licence and are able to travel to all of our sites.
You will work in close collaboration with a team of 8 ophthalmologists, providing high level patient care and satisfaction.
Our ophthalmologists specialise in a wide variety of ophthalmic areas such as Refractive (Advanced Surface Laser and lensectomy), cataract, Retinal/Vitreo-retinal, glaucoma, macula and general.
You will join us in striving to expand our clinics and be wholeheartedly interested in patient care and satisfaction whilst also assisting this company with its goal of providing accessible and affordable health care to the people of Australia.
Key Responsibilities
- Ophthalmic work-ups;
- Refractions (automated phoropter & digital charts), VA, IOP checks (Goldmann and iCare tonometer)
- OCT / OCT fluorescein angiography / fundus camera
- Visual assessment and clinical history
- Topography (orbscan/pentacam)
- Ultrasound (A-Scan and immersion)
- Wavefront aberrometry (Schwind)
- Laser suitability screening
About the Role
In order to be successful in this role you will have:
- A Bachelors or Master's Degree in Health Science or relevant Orthoptics/Optometry qualifications and registration with AHPRA
- Clinical competency, knowledge and experience in refractive optometry or ophthalmology‑adjacent settings (preferred)
- A professional and enthusiastic individual with time management, organisational and problem‑solving skills
- The ability to work independently as well as working as an essential member of a cohesive team
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated relationship building skills
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Community Optometrist - Clinical & Referral Liaison in Sydney employer: Clearsight
At Eye & Laser Centre Gold Coast, we pride ourselves on fostering a supportive and collaborative work environment where our team members are encouraged to grow and develop their skills in the field of ophthalmology. With flexible part-time hours and a focus on patient care, we offer a unique opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of our patients while enjoying a balanced work-life schedule. Join us in Southport, where your expertise will be valued and your contributions recognised in a vibrant community dedicated to eye health.
