Sligo University Hospital is seeking a dedicated Senior Orthoptist to join its ophthalmology service, supporting high-quality patient assessment and treatment. This is a Specified Purpose Wholetime role within the Health Service Executive (HSE), offering a valuable opportunity to advance your clinical expertise in a busy acute hospital setting.
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Key Responsibilities
• Provide advanced orthoptic assessment, diagnosis, and management across paediatric and adult caseloads.
• Deliver specialist input within ophthalmology clinics, supporting multidisciplinary pathways of care.
• Lead and contribute to service development initiatives within the Orthoptic Department.
• Offer clinical supervision, mentorship, and support to junior orthoptists and students.
• Maintain accurate clinical documentation and comply with professional and HSE standards.
• Collaborate with consultants, nursing, and allied health colleagues to streamline patient care.
Required Skills & Qualifications
• Recognised qualification in Orthoptics and eligibility for CORU registration.
• Demonstrated depth and breadth of experience in Ophthalmology relevant to senior practice.
• Strong clinical decision-making and problem-solving ability.
• Excellent communication and teamwork skills.
• Commitment to ongoing professional development and evidence-based practice.
Salary, Benefits & Working Hours
• Salary aligned to HSE Senior Orthoptist (Grade 3417) consolidated salary scale, in accordance with national pay policy.
• Full-time, specified-purpose contract.
• Access to HSE pension, annual leave, and structured professional development supports.
Location & Employer Information
This role is based at Sligo University Hospital, a key acute hospital within the HSE West and North West region, serving Sligo, Leitrim, Donegal, Roscommon, Mayo, and Galway.
The Health Service Executive (HSE) is Ireland’s national public health employer, offering wide career development pathways across clinical and leadership roles.
Application Details
Reference: SLIGO0631
Closing date: 2 January 2026 at 12:00
Enquiries – Role:
Orthoptic Department
• Laura Gilmartin — Tel: 071 9174572
• Georgina Kilcoyne, Assistant Hospital Manager — [email protected] | Tel: 087 7150858
Enquiries – Recruitment:
Aisling Watters, Assistant Staff Officer, HR
Tel: 071 9180347
Email: [email protected]
