Orthoptist

Vanderbilt University Medical Center • Nashville, TN

65d • Onsite

About The Position

Vanderbilt University Medical Center (VUMC) is seeking an Orthoptist to join their team in Nashville, Tennessee. This role involves administering orthoptic and preoptic diagnostic tests for patients with ocular motility disorders independently, and assisting in treatment to develop or rehabilitate binocular vision. The position may also include duties of an ophthalmic technician. VUMC is committed to an environment where everyone can thrive, valuing expertise, knowledge expansion, and challenging abilities. Their mission is to advance health and wellness through patient care, education, and research.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree
• Relevant Work Experience
• Less than 1 year of experience
• Customer Service (Intermediate)
• Ophthalmic Testing (Intermediate)
• Ophthalmic Disorders (Intermediate)
• Ophthalmology (Intermediate)

Responsibilities

• Administers orthoptic and/or preoptic diagnostic tests for patients with ocular motility disorders independently.
• Assists in treatment to develop or rehabilitate binocular vision.
• May also perform duties of an ophthalmic technician.
• Assists in diagnosis and non-surgical treatment of patients with eye muscle disorders and/or amblyopia; administer diagnostic tests such as measuring visual acuity, ocular motility, and binocular function.
• Prepares reports and confers with ophthalmologist about patient progress; instruct patients during office therapy and in the utilization of exercises for home therapy.
• Interacts with the patient in a professional manner using AIDET techniques; serves as a role model/leader in patient interactions.
• Leads team in maintaining a clean working environment, stocked rooms, equipment, and EOC guidelines.

Benefits

• health
• disability
• retirement
• wellness offerings

What This Job Offers

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