One of the benefits of being a member is that we provide you with free advice on employment matters, including contract advice. Whether you’re an employee, employer, locum or student, we are here to support you. Our advice is provided in absolute confidence and will not be disclosed to your future or current workplace.
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Contact Optometry Australia’s Industry Legal Group (ILG) Member Assist. ILG works closely with us and it staffed with HR advisors and lawyers with tailored knowledge of the optometry profession and employment conditions. ILG can be contacted on 1300 101 391 or oa@industrylegalgroup.com.au
It doesn’t matter what it’s called – an employment agreement or a contract is a written agreement between you and your employer. It is crucial to have a written document outlining your employment conditions before you start work. If you accept a position that does not include a written agreement, you cannot be sure about your conditions and there is too much room for misunderstanding and potential risks for both you and the employer down the track. We’ve put together 5 key things to understand in your optometry contract. Log in to read more.
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In the spirit of reconciliation Optometry Australia acknowledges the Traditional Custodians of country throughout Australia and their connections to land, sea and community. We pay our respects to their Elders past and present and extend that respect to all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander peoples today.
Due to Coronavirus (COVID-19), not all optometry practices are currently open or seeing patients outside of urgent eye health services. Optometrists have been advised to use their clinical judgement to determine if appointments can be postponed.
We recommend calling your optometrist and discussing your eye health concerns with them to determine if an appointment is necessary.
You can also use our Find an Optometrist function to find an optometrist near you providing telehealth and/or urgent care services. Urgent care is care that can’t be postponed without risk to your health or wellbeing. This may include replacing lost or broken glasses, or investigating red or sore eyes or sudden changes in vision.