Optometrist

Dedicated exclusively to children and their families, The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) is one of the largest and most respected paediatric healthcare centres in the world. As innovators in child health, we lead and partner to improve the health of children through the integration of healthcare, leading-edge research and education. Our reputation would not have been built – nor could it be maintained – without the skills, knowledge and experience of the extraordinary people who come to work here every day. SickKids is committed to ongoing learning and development, and features a caring and supportive work environment that combines exceptionally high standards of practice.

When you join SickKids, you become part of our community. We share a commitment and determination to fulfill our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Don’t miss out on the opportunity to work alongside the world’s best in paediatric healthcare.

We are expanding our team and are looking for an Optometrist to join the Ophthalmology Department at The Hospital for Sick Children (SickKids) to provide the highest standard of supportive eye services to patients and their families in conjunction with staff Ophthalmologists.

• A focus on employee wellness with our new Staff Health and Well-being Strategy. Self-care helps us support others.
• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

Here's What You'll Get To Do

• Participate in regularly scheduled patient care activities by co-managing patients with staff Ophthalmologists.
• Deliver appropriate patient care and management according to scope of practice specified by the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences, and clinical privileges granted by The Hospital for Sick Children.
• Complete documentation and correspondence related to patient medical record in a timely manner.
• Ensure accuracy of individual patient diagnostic and procedure codes on clinical billing.
• Report any issues or patient complaints to the Ophthalmologist-in-Chief.
• Participate in medical record review when requested.
• Teach medical students, residents, fellows, technical, allied health and clinical staff as requested.
• Participate in regularly scheduled rounds and academic events in the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences at The Hospital for Sick Children and the University of Toronto. Research and academic activities are strongly encouraged.
• Adhere to the departmental policies, procedures, and scope of practice specified by the Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Sciences at The Hospital for Sick Children.
• Adhere to the hospital policies and procedures of The Hospital for Sick Children.

Here's What You Will Need

• Registered Optometrist licensed by the College of Optometrists of Ontario.
• Paediatric Clinical Ophthalmologic or Optometric experience preferred.
• Paediatric vision assessment, including low vision assessment and visual aids.
• Knowledgeable in the performance of retinoscopy, funduscopy, slit lamp examination for assessment of cornea and anterior chamber, contact lens fitting, and other examinations/services as required.
• Effective patient care skills.
• Effective communication skills with children and families.
• Ability to meet deadlines regardless of circumstances or pressures.
• Proficiency in retinoscopy, subjective refraction including trial frame refraction.
• A commitment to understanding and aiding in the pursuit of equity, diversity & inclusion.

Employment Type: Full-Time, Permanent, 35 hours per week

Benefits

• This position is eligible for employee benefits coverage; including health and dental. The full benefits offered will be discussed at the time of position offer.

Impact

• A hospital that welcomes and focuses on Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion.
• The opportunity to make an impact. Regardless of your role or professional interest, you will be making a difference at SickKids and contributing to our vision of Healthier Children. A Better World.

The children and families we care for are from a variety of communities, and so are our employees. We welcome and encourage everyone to join our organization and be part of our team.

When requested, SickKids will provide access and inclusion supports to eligible candidates to support their full engagement during the interview and assessment process. Information received related to access or inclusion will be addressed confidentially.

Thank you for your interest in joining SickKids. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. In accordance with our Hospital policy, employment at SickKids is conditional upon the Hospital’s receipt of all necessary documentation.

How to Apply

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