Dipl. Orthoptist

with training function on request

Are you looking for an exciting and varied working day? Would you like to learn retinoscopy? Do you enjoy working in a team? Would you like to train others? Then you are right with us! In the Orthoptics/Centre for Visual and Perceptual Disorders at the University Eye Clinic, we care for patients in the fields of strabology, paediatric ophthalmology, and neuro-ophthalmology. To complete our young and dynamic team, we are looking for you!

What to expect

• High-quality examination, treatment, and care of patients with strabological and neuro-ophthalmological issues
• Pre- and postoperative care for strabismus as well as treatment of persistent amblyopia
• Performing retinoscopy including screening of premature infants and prescribing glasses for complex ocular problems
• Performing subjective refractions
• Care of complex and interdisciplinary patients, including joint consultations with the Dizziness Centre and Centre for Visual and Perceptual Disorders

What you bring

• Completed training as a certified orthoptist HF; at least 2 years of professional experience for a training function
• Good and quick comprehension as well as precise and careful working methods
• High resilience and motivation for professional development
• Strong social skills and enjoyment in working with people with disabilities and illnesses
• Oral French skills are an advantage

Our offer

• Very interesting and varied field of work in a university environment
• Independent work with a lot of responsibility and challenges in a young and dynamic team
• Additional function as internship supervisor possible if suitable for trainer role
• New areas of responsibility can be developed and deepened
• Workplace in one of Europe’s most attractive cities, "Bern", near the main train station

Questions about the position?

For further information, please contact Tanja Götschi, Head Orthoptist