Orthoptist

Evaluates, diagnoses, and treats patients with disorders impacting eye movement and positioning. Administers therapy, prepares reports, and confers with physicians regarding patients’ needs and progress.

Under the direction of an Ophthalmologist, diagnoses and treats ocular motility or eye muscular disorders, such as amblyopia, diplopia, or strabismus. Assesses patients and determines course of treatment. Provides non-surgical treatment through the use of eye patches or exercises and assists the Ophthalmologist in planning and performing more invasive corrections. Tracks patient treatment and reports on progress. Experience and Education: Performs work under minimal supervision. Handles complex issues and problems and refers only the most complex issues to higher-level staff. Possesses comprehensive knowledge of subject matter. Provides leadership, coaching, and/or mentoring to a subordinate group. May act as a lead or first-level supervisor

This position does provide patient care.

The foregoing description is not intended and should not be construed to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills and efforts or work conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be an accurate reflection of the general nature and level of the job.

Education:

Must have working-level knowledge of the English language, including reading, writing and speaking English. Bachelor's degree, and certification as an Orthoptist

Experience:

2 Year experience preferred

License(s):

None

Certification(s):

Orthoptist Certification

Computer / Typing:

Must be proficient with Microsoft Office Suite, including Outlook, PowerPoint, Excel, and Word and have the ability to use the computer to complete online learning requirements for job-specific competencies, access online forms and policies, complete online benefits enrollment, etc.