- Perform diagnostic tests or measurements, such as motor testing, visual acuity testing, lensometry, retinoscopy, and color vision testing.
- Examine patients with problems related to ocular motility, binocular vision, amblyopia, or strabismus.
- Provide instructions to patients or family members concerning diagnoses or treatment plans.
- Provide nonsurgical
Orthoptist | Average UK Salary & Outlook
Orthoptists work with a team of specialists to diagnose and treat eye problems.
Orthoptists typically work around 37 to 39 hours per week.
As a Orthoptist you will typically work evenings.
This occupation tends to be:
| Average salary |
| 42,800 GBP * |
| per year |
Salary statistics
Average salary for Orthoptist
Big gender gap
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55,911 GBP
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37,996 GBP
Average salary for part-time Orthoptist
Average salary for full-time Orthoptist
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22,304 GBP
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21,414 GBP
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29,166 GBP
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42,800 GBP
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37,996 GBP
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55,911 GBP
Salary over time for Orthoptist
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40,832 GBP
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40,704 GBP
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41,186 GBP
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41,760 GBP
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42,570 GBP
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42,968 GBP
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42,800 GBP
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43,960 GBP
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44,587 GBP
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Future outlook for Orthoptists
Balanced outlook
Balanced outlook
1% yearly wage growth (on average) Orthoptist - Your future job?
Which qualifications do I need?
Find out what you need to know in order to become a Orthoptist and the highest average level of education for people in this role.
What soft skills do I need?
Rise above the competition by brushing up on the 5 most important soft skills you need to become a Orthoptist.
Critical Thinking Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems
Science Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems
Active Listening Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times
Social Perceptiveness Being aware of others' reactions and understanding why they react as they do
Speaking Talking to others to convey information effectively
What technical skills do I need?
Technical skills are programmes, softwares and things you need to know in order to be a successful Orthoptist. Check that you know:
Things to highlight for your Orthoptist interview
Integrity Job requires being honest and ethical. Dependability Job requires being reliable, responsible, and dependable, and fulfilling obligations. Concern for Others Job requires being sensitive to others' needs and feelings and being understanding and helpful on the job. Cooperation Job requires being pleasant with others on the job and displaying a good-natured, cooperative attitude. Attention to Detail Job requires being careful about detail and thorough in completing work tasks.
