The IOA recruits qualified orthoptists to volunteer in projects in developing countries. All our volunteers bring professional abilities, practical experience, as well as a commitment to and concern for the patients they help.
Our volunteers
- triage patients for pathology and refer for care
- provide direct patient care and clinical supervision
- coordinate eye care in hospitals and clinics
- coordinate vision screening programs
- train community health care workers, local allied health and ophthalmology personnel
- support orthoptic program development
Role Requirements
- full and current registration/certification
- minimum two years relevant post-qualification work experience
- available to volunteer for a minimum of two weeks
- experience assessing and providing orthoptic management for adult and pediatric patients
Desirable Experience and Other Skills
- experience educating, training and managing others
- relevant experience in ophthalmic examination techniques
- qualification and experience in expanded orthoptic practice
- knowledge of other languages
- strong teamwork skills
- flexibility and openness to working in different countries
- relevant travel or work experience in a developing country
