Pediatric Orthoptist — Vision Diagnostics & Therapy

Children's Wisconsin; New Berlin (WI); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus

Job summary

Children's Wisconsin is seeking an Orthoptist at the Milwaukee - Main Hospital to administer diagnostic orthoptic tests and provide treatment under an ophthalmologist's direction.

The role includes performing vision field tests, retinoscopy, and lens fitting, with an emphasis on patient education and care coordination. A Bachelor's degree and orthoptic fellowship are required, plus eligibility for AOC board exams and a BLS certification.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree required and orthoptic fellowship completed.
• Eligible for AOC board examinations with allowed attempts.
• Maintains BLS certification per healthcare standards.

Responsibilities

• Administers orthoptic and ophthalmic tests per physician order.
• Performs diagnostic tests including vision field tests and retinoscopy.
• Explains procedures to patient and family; assists in treatment planning.

Skills

Patient care

Vision testing

Clinical assessment

Education

Bachelor's Degree

Orthoptic Fellowship

AOC board eligibility

Tools

Retinoscopy equipment

Job description

Children's Wisconsin is seeking an Orthoptist at the Milwaukee - Main Hospital to administer diagnostic orthoptic tests and provide treatment under an ophthalmologist's direction.

The role includes performing vision field tests, retinoscopy, and lens fitting, with an emphasis on patient education and care coordination. A Bachelor's degree and orthoptic fellowship are required, plus eligibility for AOC board exams and a BLS certification.