Orthoptist - Irvine GHEI Ophthalmology - FT Days
About The Position
Position Summary: Reports to the Ophthalmology Outpatient Manager and demonstrates competency in all duties typically performed by an Orthoptist. Incumbent analyzes and treats patients with dysfunctions of binocularity and/or ocular motility. Examines patients to diagnose and treat abnormal eye motor movements, partial vision, determination of presence of fusion. triage patients in the absence of the ophthalmologist. supervise first and second year ophthalmology residents and fellows. prepare and conduct training programs for certified orthoptists. develop teaching outlines, plans and instruction procedures. evaluate progress through practical application and tests. Organize vision screening in community schools. Provide training to local pediatricians interested in learning about orthoptic services. Compile data on patients in clinical trials. prepare manuscripts for publications and present design, scope and/or results of research projects. Provide assistance to clinic administrator in the evaluation of clinic technical support staff.
Requirements
- Understanding of medical terminology, infectious control techniques and age related acuity levels
- Must be competent in collecting and interpreting data about the patient's status in order to identify each patient's age specific needs
- Knowledge of medical terminology, infectious control techniques and age related acuity levels
- Certification as an Orthoptist by American Orthoptist Council or an Orthoptic Bachelors in Medical Science
- Able to evaluate and document the patient/family response to care
- Ability to read, write and communicate effectively in English
- Ability to maintain flexibility and work well in a constantly changing environment
Nice To Haves
- Working knowledge of Title 22 and JCAHO standards
- Five years of training or experience in orthoptic techniques
- Bilingual skills in English and Spanish and/or Vietnamese
- Ability to instruct others in the use of equipment and performance of procedures
Responsibilities
- analyzes and treats patients with dysfunctions of binocularity and/or ocular motility
- Examines patients to diagnose and treat abnormal eye motor movements, partial vision, determination of presence of fusion
- triage patients in the absence of the ophthalmologist
- supervise first and second year ophthalmology residents and fellows
- prepare and conduct training programs for certified orthoptists
- develop teaching outlines, plans and instruction procedures
- evaluate progress through practical application and tests
- Organize vision screening in community schools
- Provide training to local pediatricians interested in learning about orthoptic services
- Compile data on patients in clinical trials
- prepare manuscripts for publications and present design, scope and/or results of research projects
- Provide assistance to clinic administrator in the evaluation of clinic technical support staff
Benefits
- medical insurance
- sick and vacation time
- retirement savings plans
- access to a number of discounts and perks
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Job Type
Full-time
