Benefits of Membership2024-12-02T16:18:42+01:00

By joining BIOS, you’re part of a community with a shared interest in standing up for orthoptics and working for the benefit of all of our members. We can support you to make the most of your career with comprehensive protection, exclusive resources, and expert advice and guidance.

If you’re part of the orthoptic profession, we invite you to join BIOS today! Whether you’re an orthoptist, clinical assistant, technician, or student, BIOS is here for you. We are the only professional association representing the orthoptic workforce across the UK and Ireland.

Explore the benefits of membership and find your category below. Membership runs annually, with payments starting the first day of the following month. Most members choose easy monthly payments by Direct Debit, but you can also pay by card or Bacs transfer.

For any questions, reach out to us at [email protected].

Protection

Whatever happens in your career, BIOS membership gives you access to specialist advice, representation and services tailored to orthoptists.

  • Exclusive insurance covering the full scope of Orthoptist practice.
    • Medical & Professional Liability Insurance: £2.5 million per claim (£5 million total).
    • Public Liability Insurance: Up to £5 million coverage.
  • Work-related representation from BOSTU reps on grievances, redundancies, and employment conditions.
  • Access to BIOS legal services, including personal injury claims, employment law advice, free simple wills, power of attorney and conveyancing for members and their families.

Tools and Resources for Day-to-Day Practice

Members become part of a network of orthoptic professionals and gain access to a wide range of training and resources to support your career development.

Your membership contributes to the development of the latest professional and clinical standards and guidelines. It also enables us to maintain our British and Irish Orthoptic Journal (BIOJ) as completely open access.

Campaign and Influence

We provide a collective voice on behalf of our members, promoting the profession and giving you a voice in the discussions that affect you.

Membership of BIOS is excellent value for money and offers you the high quality support to advance your career.

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