Optometry Australia CPD offerings (11 May update)
We have curated a range of online education offerings that members can access via our Institute of Excellence and that will help them meet their CPD requirements.
Tagged as: COVID-19, Member services
The Fruit Box Group Home Delivery is a new addition to Optometry Australia’s Advantage Program
Optometry Australia members can now fill their fridge and pantry with a seasonal mix of fresh, locally sourced fruit, vegies, salad and everyday staples like bread, eggs and milk without needing to leave their house.
Tagged as: Advantage program
Updated guidance regarding optometry service provision
In welcome news, the Commonwealth Government today (8 May) announced steps to be taken in a staged easing of restrictions. It is expected that states and territories will announce that they are moving into Step 1 at different times.
Tagged as: COVID-19, Leadership, Member services
Telehealth – recommended private fees, online tools and more
Latest discussions with the Australian Department of Health, telehealth, face-to-face services, online tools, e-prescribing and more.
Tagged as: Advocacy & government, COVID-19, Medicare-MBS-PBS, Member services, Patient management, Scope of practice, Sector changes
Submit your healthcare hero story
Members can participate in this initiative from the World Council of Optometry. Nominations to be considered until 20 May.
Tagged as: International, Leadership, Marketing
Optometry Australia CPD offerings (update)
We have curated a range of online education offerings that members can access via our Institute of Excellence and that will help them meet their CPD requirements.
Tagged as: COVID-19, Member services
COVID-19 affording opportunities to reset for the future
While the COVID-19 pandemic has caused substantial and adverse disruption, it is also affording opportunities to take this time to start thinking about the way we work and if necessary, reset for the future. Watch the latest video of Optometry Australia President Darrell Baker.
Tagged as: COVID-19, Future, Leadership, Sector changes
JobKeeper Step-By-Step Guide and key dates
From today, April 20, employers impacted by COVID-19 have the opportunity to enrol for JobKeeper via the ATO portal. The JobKeeper payments are designed to help employers, sole traders and the self-employed affected by COVID-19 to subsidise their employees’ wages.
Tagged as: COVID-19, Employment, Sector changes
Want to save over $1,000 on your energy bill?
Our energy expert partner, Make it Cheaper, has found average savings of $1,164 for members of Optometry Australia. Read more.
Tagged as: Advantage program, COVID-19, Marketing
Communicating to your patients and community
Optometry Australia is committed to supporting members with the information, resources and, as best we can, the tools members may need to continue providing essential and time-critical primary eye care to their patients and the wider community.
Tagged as: Advantage program, Leadership, Marketing, Member services, Patient management