Eastern Health is the largest integrated health organization in Newfoundland and Labrador, serving a regional population of more than 290,000. The organization also offers unique provincial programs and services. We employ over 12,000 health care and support services professionals. Formed on April 1, 2005 from the merger of seven health care boards, Eastern Health offers the full continuum of health care services. The new health region extends from the St. John's region west to Port Blandford and includes all communities on the Avalon, Burin and Bonavista Peninsulas. There are more than 80 hospitals, health care centres, long-term care facilities and community care sites.

Health Sciences Centre - Janeway
Children's/Women's Health Program
Ambulatory & Outreach Services
Orthoptist
Temporary, Full-time (to June 2009 with the possibility of extension)

General Responsibilities:

Reporting to the Division Manager of the Ambulatory and Outreach Services of the Children's and Women's Health Program, the incumbent will provide assessment and treat anomalies of ocular motilities, in particular strabismus and amblyopia conditions under the direction of an Ophthalmologist. The incumbent will administer appropriate ophthalmic/orthoptic tests including visual acuity, ocular motility and binocular vision assessments and complete such reports in a timely manner. He/she will also provide visual screening procedures in ophthalmology clinics, including out-reach clinic services outside of St. John's. The Orthoptist will discuss issues relating to patient care, surgeries and ophthalmology follow-ups with referring ophthalmologists, in addition to instructing medical students or interns on the techniques of Orthoptic assessments.

Qualifications:

Bachelor of Science Degree with graduation from a recognized orthoptic training program. A minimum of 3-5 years orthoptic experience in an ophthalmic setting. Current certification by the Canadian or American Orthoptic Council is essential. Excellent communication skills, critical thinking, problem-solving and team work abilities are essential. Must be committed to continuous learning and family centered care.

A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required.

Salary: Salary in accordance with the Association of Allied Health Professionals Collective Agreement, HP-37 ($50,395.69 - $64,298.81 per annum)

Hours of Work: 75 hours bi-weekly

To apply for the above position, please forward resume stating qualifications, experience, references and Competition #: 2008000360-CB to the undersigned:

Human Resources Client Services - Recruitment
Eastern Health, Administrative Office
Waterford Bridge Road, St. John's, NL A1E 4J8
Fax #: (709) 777-1303
E-mail: employment@easternhealth.ca (Microsoft Word format only)

Review of applications will be ongoing until the position is filled. We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for interview will be contacted. A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance is required for all positions. The successful candidate will be required to submit a satisfactory certificate of conduct from the RCMP or Local Police. Visit our website at www.easternhealth.ca.