Vision Rehabilitation Specialist - Outpatient Impact & Growth

US Department of Veterans Affairs; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Job summary

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Des Moines, IA, seeks a qualified Blind Rehabilitation Specialist to lead and coordinate comprehensive vision rehabilitation evaluations and therapy plans.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess complex patient needs and develop individualized rehabilitation programs. The role emphasizes advanced clinical knowledge, certification maintenance with ACVREP, and mentoring junior staff.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in blind/vision rehabilitation or related field with supervised practice
• ACVREP certifications required or obtainable within two years
• English proficiency required for patient care and documentation

Responsibilities

• Develop and write comprehensive blind/vision rehabilitation plans with input from multiple disciplines
• Assess patients with diverse disabilities and determine appropriate therapy options
• Coordinate treatment plans with physicians, therapists, and support staff
• Provide mentorship and supervision to junior staff and volunteers
• Lead program development and quality improvement initiatives

Skills

Vision rehabilitation

Evaluation & diagnostics

Interventions planning

Multi-disciplinary collaboration

Mentoring & supervision

Education

Bachelor’s degree in blind/vision rehabilitation or related field

Master’s degree in blind/vision rehabilitation or related field

ACVREP certification or equivalent

Experience in orientation and mobility training

Job description

U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs in Des Moines, IA, seeks a qualified Blind Rehabilitation Specialist to lead and coordinate comprehensive vision rehabilitation evaluations and therapy plans.

You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to assess complex patient needs and develop individualized rehabilitation programs. The role emphasizes advanced clinical knowledge, certification maintenance with ACVREP, and mentoring junior staff.