Public Health Vision Consultant (PN 20098622)

Ohio Department of Administrative Services•Columbus, OH

About The Position

We are seeking a Public Health Vision Consultant to lead and support statewide vision screening and conservation programs, improving access to care and outcomes for children and communities across Ohio. Duties include: Lead and manage statewide vision screening and conservation programs to ensure access to quality services for children. Oversee and administer vision screenings in compliance with the state guidelines and standards. Analyze screening data, prepare reports, and identify opportunities to improve program outcomes, referrals and follow-up care. Develop and implement program strategies, policies, and accountability measures to enhance service delivery. Design and deliver training for healthcare professionals, school staff, and community partners. Provide technical assistance and consultation to local agencies, schools and partner organizations. Develop educational materials and promote best practices in vision health. Collaborate with public and private partners to expand access to services and support statewide initiatives. Participate in committees and contribute to public health planning and policy development. Conduct research, prepare presentations, and respond to public inquiries. Support program evaluations, grant-related activities, and special projects. UNUSUAL WORKING CONDITIONS: Requires travel.

Requirements

Completion of undergraduate core program in health science, health, pre-medicine or comparable field AND all of the following bulleted criteria:
3 courses in psychology (i.e., to include 2 courses on learning disabilities &/or developmental disabilities & 1 course on reading & education of reading disabled) or 9 mos. exp. in same subject area
3 courses or 9 mos. exp. in education of visually handicapped
3 mos. trg. or 3 mos. exp. in administering vision screening tests (i.e., distance & near visual acuity, color deficit & ocular muscle balance & stereopsis)
2 courses or 6 mos. exp. in anatomy, physiology or pathology of the eye
2 courses or 6 mos. exp. in current treatment methods for vision disorders
1 course or 3 mos. exp. in public relations
Must be able to provide own transportation.
Or
Equivalent of Minimum Class Qualifications for Employment noted above.
If you are meeting minimum qualifications through coursework, please be sure to attach your transcript to your application to clearly demonstrate how you meet minimum qualifications.

Nice To Haves

Graduate or advanced degree in health science, health, pre-medicine, anatomy, physiology, or pathology of the eye
Experience in assuring access to quality vision care
Experience in coordinating vision screening programs
Experience providing consultation or technical assistance on vision issues
Experience in collecting vision-related data to develop reports
Experience evaluating program activities according to vision standards
Experience participating in vision-related committees, focus groups or teams
Experience developing and presenting training and/or public speaking for vision-related programs
Experience in assisting with the development and implementation of vision policy and procedures.

Responsibilities

Lead and manage statewide vision screening and conservation programs to ensure access to quality services for children.
Oversee and administer vision screenings in compliance with the state guidelines and standards.
Analyze screening data, prepare reports, and identify opportunities to improve program outcomes, referrals and follow-up care.
Develop and implement program strategies, policies, and accountability measures to enhance service delivery.
Design and deliver training for healthcare professionals, school staff, and community partners.
Provide technical assistance and consultation to local agencies, schools and partner organizations.
Develop educational materials and promote best practices in vision health.
Collaborate with public and private partners to expand access to services and support statewide initiatives.
Participate in committees and contribute to public health planning and policy development.
Conduct research, prepare presentations, and respond to public inquiries.
Support program evaluations, grant-related activities, and special projects.