Reference Number: [[id]]:  [[title]]  Employment Type: [[filter2]]  Location: [[custJobl]]   About Northern Health:  As an organisation we have a clear focus on how we service and partner with our community, including our strategy of helping the community stay well when at home. Our reputation of community minded, inclusive and progressive is matched to none. Northern Health is located in the rapidly growing northern suburbs with projected growth the biggest in the state. With a booming, culturally rich and diverse community, and less than an hourâs drive from the CBD (still within the bounds of Myki and ride-sharing), Melbourneâs North is fast becoming the place to be.   Northern Health are seeking applications from motivated and suitably experienced Grade 1 Orthoptists to join the Orthoptics Department casual bank within the Ophthalmology team.  Northern Health is the major provider of acute, maternity, sub-acute, mental health, specialist, community and home-based services in Melbourneâs rapidly growing outer north. Services are provided through our six main campuses: Northern Hospital Epping, Broadmeadows Hospital, Bundoora Centre, Craigieburn and Mernda Community Hospitals Centres and Kilmore District Hospital. In addition, Mental Health Services are provided at Epping, Broadmeadows, Jacana, Preston, Mill Park, Mernda and Coburg.  About the Role: This is a casual position offering a range of shifts at Broadmeadows Hospital, with additional opportunities to cover periods of annual leave.  This role requires the delivery of high-quality, evidence-based orthoptic care within the Ophthalmology Department. The Grade 1 Orthoptist will apply competent clinical skills in patient assessment, care planning, treatment implementation, and ongoing management across a diverse patient population.  This role is responsible for providing safe and effective clinical care, participating in quality improvement initiatives, and contributing as an active member of a multidisciplinary team to achieve optimal patient outcomes. The position also involves participation in the Northern Health Supervision Model and engagement in ongoing professional development activities.  Flexibility is required, as the role may involve working across multiple Northern Health sites and programs, including occasional after-hours, weekends, public holidays, and work-from-home arrangements in line with service needs.  To be successful in this role you will have: Experience and good working knowledge of orthoptic assessment and management within an ophthalmology setting Proven ability to deliver evidence-based clinical care and manage a varied caseload Demonstrated ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team environment Well-developed communication and interpersonal skills Commitment to ongoing professional development and continuous improvement Ability to meet mandatory training and competency requirements in line with Northern Health policy  Next Steps ⦠If this opportunity sounds like the next step in your career, then we would love to hear from you. Please click on the âApplyâ button and follow the prompts. For further information, please refer to the Position Description or contact Jessica Andrianakis, Workforce & Clinical Education Lead, Speech Pathology, Orthoptics, Audiology & Music Therapy on 0467 389 872 or via Jessica.Andrianakis@nh.org.au  Want to learn more about what it's like to work in Allied Health at Northern Health? Check out this exciting video: Allied Health Careers at Northern Health  ð¥Â  Shortlisting will commence immediately. If an appropriate candidate is sourced, advertising may close early. We encourage you to apply promptly.   Applications close 25 May 2026  Why work at the Northern Health?  NH offer a range of benefits which support and reward staff both personally and professionally. Our staff benefits include award winning facilities and campus partnerships, Professional development and events, an award-winning Health and wellbeing program and financial benefits.  Health and Wellbeing programs, including our new âThriveâ program Flexibility in the workplace and extra leave options and support An inclusive and culturally safe space Access to salary packaging & EAP Comprehensive Library services for learning, research, clinical decision-making, leisure and wellbeing (onsite and online) Work with us! Northern Health is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce which reflects the community we serve. Applications from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander people, as well as applicants who are LGBTIQ, who have different abilities, or are from culturally and Linguistically Diverse Backgrounds are encouraged.
