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