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Orthoptist

Orthoptists play a vital role in the diagnosis and management of visual disorders, particularly those related to eye movement and coordination. In a world increasingly reliant on visual acuity, orthoptists are essential in enhancing patients' quality of life through tailored treatments and rehabilitation strategies.

Orthoptist

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Subjects Allied to Medicine

AI IMPACT
AI USED FOR10%moving to50%
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STARTING PAY£25,000 - £30,000
REGULATORY MOATThe law requires human oversight. That human could be you.

THE DOOR: A easy to E extremely hard, now and in 20 years

This job holds up well against AI
AI is used for very little of what this job actually involves today, and the law requires human oversight. That human could be you. That is about as safe as careers get right now, though it is still worth learning to use the tools well.

Organisations in this field

Organisations known to employ people in this area of work. This is not a list of current vacancies.

NHSThe National Health Service is the largest employer of orthoptists in the UK, providing a range of services across hospitals and community settings.
Royal Liverpool University HospitalA leading hospital offering comprehensive eye care services, including orthoptic assessments and treatments.
Birmingham Children's HospitalSpecialising in paediatric care, this hospital employs orthoptists to address visual disorders in children.