Orthoptist - Certified

Children's Mercy KC • Kansas City, MO

20h • $33

About The Position

Thanks for your interest in Children's Mercy! Do you envision finding a meaningful role with an inclusive and compassionate team? At Children’s Mercy, we believe in making a difference in the lives of all children and shining a light of hope to the patients and families we serve. Our employees make the difference, which is why we have been recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top pediatric hospital, for eleven consecutive years. Children’s Mercy is in the heart of Kansas City – a metro abounding in cultural experiences, vibrant communities and thriving businesses. This is where our patients and families live, work and play. This is a community that has embraced our hospital and we strive to say thanks by giving back. As a leader in children’s health, we engage in meaningful programs and partnerships throughout the region so that we can improve the lives of children beyond the walls of our hospital. Overview Responsible for a variety of clinical and technical tasks as directed by the Section Manager. Assists in the maintenance of a safe environment and promotes efficiency of operations. Demonstrates commitment to maintaining and improving departmental/unit standards. At Children’s Mercy, we are committed to ensuring that everyone feels welcomed within our walls. A successful candidate for this position will join us as we strive to create a workplace that reflects the community we serve, as well as our core values of kindness, curiosity, inclusion, team and integrity. Additionally, it’s important to us that we remain transparent with all potential job candidates. Because we value the safety of the patients and families we serve, as well as the Children’s Mercy staff, we want to let you know that the seasonal influenza vaccine is a condition of employment for all employees in our organization. New employees must be willing to be vaccinated if found non-immune to measles, mumps, rubella (MMR) and chicken pox (varicella) and/or without evidence of tetanus, diphtheria, acellular pertussis (Tdap) vaccination since 2005. If you are selected for this position, you will be asked to supply your immunization records as proof of vaccination. If you and have any concerns about receiving these vaccines, medical and/or religious exemptions can be further discussed with Human Resources.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree Bachelors degree plus certification as an Orthoptist from a recognized Program is necessary to demonstrate the abilities required to competently execute the duties of this position (6 years total education min).
• No experience necessary.
• Certified Orthoptist

Responsibilities

• Perform patient sensory and motor functions, computerized vision therapy and other various orthoptic duties as directed by the physicians.
• Perform diplopia evaluation, assist in the treatment of amblyopia and convergence insufficiency.
• Educate patients and families.
• Performs special ophthalmological services.
• Prepares and maintains the equipment for these services.
• Provides supportive patient care.
• Assists in the maintenance of a safe environment and promotes efficiency of operations.
• Assist in the education of Ophthalmology Residents and Ophthalmology clinical support staff
• Assist in the development and execution of research projects for the department.

Benefits

• The benefits plans at Children’s Mercy are one of many reasons we are recognized as one of the best places to work in Kansas City. Our plans are designed to meet the changing needs of our employees and their families.
• Learn more about Children’s Mercy benefits.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees