To facilitate growth of our profession and to acknowledge our loyal members, we have implemented a membership fee structure based on a loyalty rewards program. Those who retain their membership for longer will be rewarded through a discounted membership rate.
The new membership fee structure comprises three levels: Gold, Silver and Bronze. New members begin at the Bronze level and progress towards Gold with each successive year of membership renewal.
We also recognise that orthoptic students represent the future of our profession. In order to introduce students to the Association and the direction and values of our profession, we offer students a highly discounted membership rate with a rewards program. This means that the longer a student is a member, the greater the discount they will receive as graduates.
Membership is usually tax deductible with annual subscription and expenses in relation to the annual scientific conference, continuing education courses and state seminars. Please discuss with your taxation specialist.
Access to Orthoptics Australia activities including continuing education courses, the Annual Scientific Conference and the International Orthoptic Conference at significantly reduced rates
Access to Members Only resources, including the Orthoptics Australia National and State Newsletters, professional indemnity insurance discounts, information and / or links to job opportunities, access to relevant conferences / events and workplace resources
Access to Orthoptics Australia ‘Members Only up-skill courses
Membership to the International Orthoptic Association
Australian Orthoptic Board CPE points through Orthoptics Australia activities
Eligibility for recognition as a Medicare provider
Contact with other orthoptists willing to share their expertise in specific areas of practice
Directory providing contact information for fellow members
Eligibility for Orthoptics Australia’s Awards and Grants programs
Up-to-date information on issues concerning eye health care, such as changes in legislation
Promotion of opportunities for orthoptists through Orthoptic Awareness Week, participation in events such as the General Practitioners’ Conference and Exhibition, Kids’ Expo
Close liaison with orthoptic educational institutions
Advice and referral on workplace matters
Representation of Orthoptics Australia members and the orthoptic profession in numerous arenas (e.g. Legislation, Medicare)
Verification of your professional status by other groups (e.g. health funds, employers)
Exclusive use of our Members logo.