Certified Orthoptist - Pediatric Eye Care Specialist

Specialty_Care_UHMSO; Cleveland (OH); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals seeks a certified Orthoptist for Pediatric Ophthalmology at the Main Campus. The role involves patient assessment across age groups, documentation, and close collaboration with ophthalmologists to devise amblyopia or strabismus treatment plans.

Responsibilities include performing tests such as visual acuity, color vision, and ocular motility assessments, recording findings, and coordinating care across departments.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Orthoptics is required.
• Complete an accredited orthoptist program.
• Postgraduate training and certification as an Orthoptist required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care under supervision of a physician or optometrist.
• Conduct clinical evaluations of infant, pediatric and adult patients with amblyopia, strabismus and ocular motor dysfunction.
• Document patient history, chief complaint and ocular findings per guidelines.
• Calibrate and maintain ophthalmologic equipment; ensure proper working order.

Skills

Clinical examinations

Ocular motility

Visual acuity testing

PHI/documentation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Bachelor's degree Orthoptics

Accredited Orthoptist program

Tools

Lancaster Screen

Synptophore

Basic ophthalmic equipment

Job description

University Hospitals seeks a certified Orthoptist for Pediatric Ophthalmology at the Main Campus. The role involves patient assessment across age groups, documentation, and close collaboration with ophthalmologists to devise amblyopia or strabismus treatment plans.

Responsibilities include performing tests such as visual acuity, color vision, and ocular motility assessments, recording findings, and coordinating care across departments.