Orthoptist, Ophthalmology

UT Southwestern Medical Center • Dallas, TX

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About The Position

Works under minimal supervision to provide orthoptic consultations on patients.

Requirements

• Bachelor's Degree or equivalent experience or completion of 2-year Orthoptic program.
• 2 years of experience in ophthalmic technology with Bachelor's Degree or Internship in orthoptics with the completion of 2-year Orthoptic program.

Nice To Haves

• Orthoptic certification is a plus. Upon Hire.

Responsibilities

• Perform orthoptic exams on ophthalmology patients including diagnosis and treatment of specific conditions.
• Provide instructions/education to patients or family members concerning diagnoses or treatment plans.
• Interpret clinical or diagnostic test results.
• Provide training to ophthalmology residents, medical students, physician's assistants, and allied health personnel on pediatric ophthalmology.
• May plan and coordinate the daily operational activities of the department including direct supervision of the clinic assistant and the ophthalmology residents on rotation.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• PPO medical plan, available day one at no cost for full-time employee-only coverage.
• 100% coverage for preventive healthcare-no copay.
• Paid Time Off, available day one.
• Retirement Programs through the Teacher Retirement System of Texas (TRS).
• Paid Parental Leave Benefit.
• Wellness programs.
• Tuition Reimbursement.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) Qualified Employer.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree
• Number of Employees: 5,001-10,000 employees