Orthoptist - Kenosha

Children's Hospital and Health System • Kenosha, WI

1d • Onsite

About The Position

The Orthoptist will administer diagnostic orthoptic tests, perform therapeutic orthoptic procedures, and provide instructions to patients with correctable vision focusing defects, under the medical direction of a licensed ophthalmologist. This role is located at our new Kenosha location. Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

Requirements

• Completion of a four-year baccalaureate degree - required
• Candidates must be AOC board eligible with demonstration of passing scores on written, oral and practical board examinations within two years - required
• BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council required

Responsibilities

• Understands and satisfies the needs of the neonatal, infant, toddler, pre-school, school-age, adolescent and/or adult patient in regards to their growth and development process.
• Schedules patients for examinations, tests, and treatments per established procedures.
• Obtains necessary data concerning patient's medical diagnosis and history and prepares patient case history.
• Administers standard orthoptic and ophthalmic tests per physician's order and according to established procedures and standards.
• Performs diagnostic tests including vision field tests.
• Performs retinoscopy.
• Provides independent evaluation of patients with disorders of vision and ocular motility.
• Develops and administers treatment plans according to established procedures.
• Performs therapeutic procedures per physician's order and according to established procedures.
• Contact lens fitting and dispensing.
• Explains procedures to patient and/or family and directs patient during treatment and therapy.

Benefits

• $5,000 Sign-on Bonus
• $2500 bonus paid out after successful completion of your introductory period as well as an additional $2500. paid out after six months with Children’s.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level