Orthoptist: Vision Therapy & Diagnostics

Montgomery College; Nashville, Northern (TN, KY); Hybrid; USD 55,000 - 85,000; Full time

Job summary

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville, TN, seeks an Ophthalmic Technician to administer tests and support treatment for ocular motility disorders. You will participate in patient assessments, prepare reports, and work with ophthalmologists to advance binocular vision rehabilitation.

The role emphasizes professional patient interactions using AIDET, teamwork, and maintaining a safe clinical environment.

Qualifications

• Administers ophthalmic tests such as measuring visual acuity and ocular motility.
• Manages and interprets ophthalmic test results.
• Assists in diagnosing and treating binocular vision disorders.

Responsibilities

• Assist in diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of patients with eye muscle disorders and/or amblyopia; administer diagnostic tests such as measuring visual acuity, ocular motility, and binocular function.
• Prepares reports and confers with ophthalmologist about patient progress; instruct patients during office therapy and in the utilization of exercises for home therapy.
• Interacts with the patient in a professional manner using AIDET techniques; serves as a role model/leader in patient interactions.
• Leads team in maintaining a clean working environment, stocked rooms, equipment, and EOC guidelines.

Skills

Ophthalmic Testing

Ophthalmic Disorders

Ophthalmology

Customer Service

Job description

Vanderbilt Health in Nashville, TN, seeks an Ophthalmic Technician to administer tests and support treatment for ocular motility disorders. You will participate in patient assessments, prepare reports, and work with ophthalmologists to advance binocular vision rehabilitation.

The role emphasizes professional patient interactions using AIDET, teamwork, and maintaining a safe clinical environment.