Orthoptist I

Boston Children’s Hospital; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedules

Health, vision, and dental insurance

Childcare and student loan subsidies

403(b) Retirement Savings plan

Pension

Tuition reimbursement

Job summary

A leading pediatric healthcare institution in Needham is seeking an Orthoptist to conduct comprehensive eye examinations, develop non-surgical treatment plans, and provide education to patients and families. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree and current certification as an Orthoptist. Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits are offered including flexible schedules and generous time off.

Qualifications

• Current certification as an Orthoptist required.
• Experience in conducting comprehensive eye exams.
• Ability to develop and implement treatment plans.

Responsibilities

• Conducts detailed eye examinations and verifies referrals.
• Administers non-surgical treatments as prescribed.
• Designs and monitors individualized treatment programs.
• Explains procedures and results to patients and families.
• Collaborates with teams and documents patient care.
• Contributes to residency training and quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Detailed eye examinations

Patient and family education

Treatment plan development

Collaboration with multidisciplinary teams

Education

Bachelor’s Degree

Job description

Department Summary:

We at the Department of Ophthalmology at Boston Children's Hospital provide the most advanced care for children with vision problems, from the simplest to the most complex conditions like cataracts, eye injuries, and juvenile glaucoma. We believe in patient-centered care, recognizing that families are the core of a child’s strength and well-being, and we actively involve them in every decision about their child’s treatment. By listening, educating, and supporting families, we create a collaborative environment that leads to better health outcomes and a more satisfying care experience.

Position Summary:

Examines and cares for children and adults with eye problems. Performs comprehensive eye examinations and advanced specialized testing under the supervision of an ophthalmologist.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conducts Comprehensive Eye Exams: Performs detailed eye examinations upon physician referral, verifies referral appropriateness, and uses specialized tests (e.g., visual acuity, field, color vision, fundus photography) to diagnose and recommend treatment options.
• Administers Non-Medical Treatments: Develops and implements non-surgical treatment plans for ocular disorders as prescribed by ophthalmologists, including therapeutic devices and interventions.
• Monitors and Adjusts Treatment Plans: Designs individualized treatment programs, monitors outcomes, and adjusts or discontinues treatments as needed, while communicating with physicians and care teams.
• Provides Patient and Family Education: Builds professional relationships with patients and families, explains procedures and results, and incorporates their needs into care plans.
• Collaborates and Documents Care: Works with multidisciplinary teams, maintains detailed medical records, prepares reports for stakeholders, and ensures follow-up care.
• Supports Education and Research: Contributes to residency training, participates in quality improvement and research initiatives, and engages in professional development and scholarly activities.

Minimum Qualifications:

Education:

• Bachelor’s Degree required

Licensure/Certifications:

• Current certification as an Orthoptist by the American Orthoptic Council AOC or an equivalent level of certification from an accredited foreign program.

Boston Children’s Hospital offers competitive compensation and unmatched benefits including flexible schedules, affordable health, vision and dental insurance, childcare and student loan subsidies, generous levels of time off, 403(b) Retirement Savings plan, Pension, Tuition and certain License and Certification Reimbursement, cell phone plan discounts and discounted rates on T-passes. Experience the benefits of passion and teamwork.