Orthoptist I: Vision Therapy & Diagnostics

Boston Children's Hospital; Needham (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

Boston Children's Hospital in Needham, MA seeks an Orthoptist I to deliver specialized diagnostic and therapeutic eye care. The role covers comprehensive eye examinations, ocular motility and binocular vision management, and development of individualized non-surgical treatment plans under ophthalmologists.

Educating patients and families, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to quality initiatives and residency education are core duties, with ongoing professional development encouraged.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required.
• Current Orthoptist certification by the American Orthoptic Council (AOC) or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Conducts comprehensive eye exams using specialized tests to diagnose and plan treatment.
• Administers non-surgical treatment plans for ocular disorders as prescribed by ophthalmologists.
• Monitors outcomes and adjusts treatment plans; communicates with physicians and care teams.
• Provides education to patients and families about procedures and results.
• Maintains detailed medical records and supports care coordination.
• Contributes to residency training, quality improvement, and research initiatives.

Skills

Ophthalmic diagnostics

Patient education

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Clinical documentation

Education

Bachelor's degree in Orthoptics or related field

Tools

Fundus photography

Job description

Boston Children's Hospital in Needham, MA seeks an Orthoptist I to deliver specialized diagnostic and therapeutic eye care. The role covers comprehensive eye examinations, ocular motility and binocular vision management, and development of individualized non-surgical treatment plans under ophthalmologists.

Educating patients and families, maintaining accurate records, and contributing to quality initiatives and residency education are core duties, with ongoing professional development encouraged.