Casual orthoptist level 1/2
Employment Type: Casual
Position Classification: Orthoptist Lvl 1
Remuneration: 76364 - 89232 full time equivalent base salary range (+12% super + 17.5% leave loading and salary packaging)
Hours Per Week:
Requisition ID: REQ662189
Location: Randwick
Applications Close: Midnight on 24 March 2026
For role related queries or questions contact Katie Geering on katie.geering@health.nsw.gov.au
At the Sydney Children's Hospitals Network, every role helps children and young people live their healthiest lives.
As the largest paediatric health service in Australia, we care for thousands of children each year, in hospital and at home. Our people are united by compassion, collaboration and excellence in care.
What you'll be doing
Sydney Children's Hospitals Network (SCHN) is committed to improving the care provided to our patients in line with our vision of working together to improve the health and wellbeing of our community.
Plan, coordinate and deliver high quality orthoptic care to patients of the Orthoptic Department consistent with (SCHN) policies, procedures and standards.
Additional Benefits (for eligible employees): Flexible work opportunities, Salary packaging and meal entertainment benefits, accrued days off (ADOs), fitness passport, employee assistance program (EAP)
How to Apply:
Click ‘Apply Online’ and submit your application including:
- A resume (maximum 5 pages) outlining your experience
- Responses to the questions below:
- Hold a masters in Orthoptics or hold a bachelor of applied science and master of Orthoptics or be eligible for registration with the Australian Orthoptic board.
- Demonstrated keenness and ability to work with children and their families.
- Previous experience in a paediatric ophthalmic setting that has allowed the application of theory to practice with reference to paediatric ophthalmic disorders.
- Demonstrated willingness to work with other professionals as part of overall patient care.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Ability and willingness to work independently but to seek guidance where appropriate
- Experience working as part of a team
- Computer skills – familiarity with Microsoft Word, PowerPoint, Excel and relevant email platform
Child Safe Standards:
SCHN is committed to maintaining a child-safe environment that respects and upholds the rights of children and young people, in line with NSW Health’s commitment to the Child Safe Standards. We aim to ensure that children and young people feel safe, supported, and included in their care. All current and prospective staff are expected to prioritise the safety, welfare, and well-being of children and young people, actively working to protect them from harm and abuse.
Additional Information:
SCHN is an Equal Opportunity Employer that values diversity, recognising that a diverse workforce strengthens our culture and enhances the care we provide to children, young people and their families.
Permanent NSW Health roles require Australian citizenship or permanent residency. Temporary visa holders may be considered where no suitable Australian citizen or permanent resident is identified.
NSW Health vaccination and screening requirements must be met prior to commencement.
This position requires a Working with Children Check (WWCC) issued by the Office of the Children’s Guardian.
Where required, overseas qualifications must be formally assessed by the Department of Education or relevant authority for recognition in Australia.
An Eligibility List may be created for future casual vacancies
Need more information?
1) Click here for the Position Description
2) Find out more about applying for this position
Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people are strongly encouraged to apply. We recognise the value of Aboriginal staff providing health care to Aboriginal children and families. For application support, visit the NSW Health Aboriginal Recruitment tool, Stepping Up to assist in preparing your application, or contact the SCHN’s Aboriginal Workforce Consultant at SCHN-EA-AboriginalHealthDirectorate@health.nsw.gov.au
For technical support please contact 1300 679 367
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