Orthoptists are allied health professionals who specialise in the investigation and management of disorders of vision, eye movements and strabismus. They also specialise in the investigation of diseases of the eye and provide expertise and in the rehabilitation of patients with visual loss. They may see patients ranging in age from new born babies to the elderly. Hours of employment range from 2-50 per week with the majority working 8 hours a day.
Several orthoptists are in part-time employment.