Orthoptist - Children's Pavilion

3 weeks ago

Richmond, United States VCU Health Full time
**$10,000 Sign On Bonus for offers accepted by May 30, 2024. Terms and Conditions apply**

The Orthoptist evaluates and treats non-surgical eye movement disorders and associated sensory deficiencies. Independently performs orthoptic diagnostic tests for patients with ocular motility disorders and formulates treatment plans. Provide instructions to patients or family members concerning diagnoses or treatment plans. Assists in teaching pediatric ophthalmology fellows, residents, and medical students.

Essential Job Functions
  • Evaluates and diagnoses ocular motility disorders and performs specialized eye tests to assess visual acuity, focusing ability, ocular motility, strabismus measurements, binocular function, and color vision, using such equipment as prisms and other ophthalmic instruments.
  • Assists Ophthalmologists with the clinical evaluation of patients.
  • Provides education to ophthalmic technicians, residents, medical students, and other physicians regarding the sensorimotor evaluation and non-surgical treatment of sensorimotor disorders.
  • Detects disorders of the eyes in children and adults, which may prevent normal vision.
  • Consult with physician regarding treatment, which may involve the use of exercises and techniques to control eye movements.
  • Utilizes special lenses, filters, prisms, and instruments to help patients correct their vision.
  • Completes extensive and detailed sensorimotor examination for patients with complicated ocular motility conditions.
  • Assists in treatment to develop or rehabilitate binocular vision.
  • Ensure responsibility and visible commitment of diversity equity and inclusion programs/initiatives through collaboration and implementation of initiatives across the health.

Patient Population

Demonstrates the knowledge and skills necessary to provide equitable care appropriate to the age of the patients served on their assigned unit.

Demonstrates knowledge and related competencies of the principles of growth and development of the life span and possesses the ability to assess data reflective of the patient's status and interprets the appropriate information needed to identify each patient's requirements relative to their age, specific needs and to provide the equitable care needed as described in departmental policies and procedures.

Infant (1-12 months)

Pediatrics (1-12 years)

Adolescents (13-17 years)

Adults (18-64 years)

Geriatrics (65 years and older)

Employment Qualifications

Required Education:

Bachelor of Science Degree in a related field, required. Completion of accredited Orthoptic Training Program

Preferred Education:

Licensure/Certification Required:

Orthoptics Certification within twelve months of hire

Licensure/Certification Preferred:

Certification in Orthoptics- United States Certification

Minimum Qualifications

Years and Type of Required Experience

Experience working with pediatric ophthalmologists

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Required:

Demonstrates mastery level competency of orthoptics in practical applications of a difficult nature.

Cultural Responsiveness

Demonstrate a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion through continuous development, modeling inclusive behaviors, and proactively managing bias.

Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Preferred:

Working Conditions

Periods of high stress and fluctuating workloads may occur.

General office environment.

May be exposed to physical altercations and verbal abuse.

May be required to use physical restraints.

May be exposed to adverse weather conditions; cold, hot, dust, wind, etc.

Required to car travel to off-site locations, occasionally in adverse weather conditions.
May be exposed to high noise levels and bright lights.

May be exposed to limited hazardous substances or body fluids. *
May be exposed to human blood and other potentially infectious materials. *

May have periods of constant interruptions.

Prolonged periods of working alone.

* Individuals in this position are required to exercise universal precautions, use personal protective equipment and devices, and learn the policies concerning infection control.

Physical Requirements

Physical Demands: Lifting/ Carrying (0-50 lbs.), Lifting/ Carrying (50-100 lbs.), Push/ Pull (0-50 lbs.), Push/ Pull (50-100 lbs.), Stoop, Kneel, Squat, Crawling, Climbing, Balance, Bending

Work Position: Sitting, Walking, Standing

Additional Physical Requirements/ Hazards

Physical Requirements: Manual dexterity (eye/hand coordination), Perform Shift Work, Maneuver weight of patients, Hear alarms/telephone/tape recorder, Reach above shoulder, Repetitive arm/hand movements, Finger Dexterity, Color Vision, Acuity - near, Acuity - far

Hazards: Depth perception, Use of Latex Gloves, Exposure to toxic/caustic/chemicals/detergents, Exposure to moving mechanical parts, Exposure to dust/fumes, Exposure to potential electrical shock, Exposure to high pitched noises

Mental/Sensory - Emotional

Mental / Sensory: Strong Recall, Reasoning, Problem Solving, Hearing, Speak Clearly, Write Legibly, Reading, Logical Thinking

Emotional: Fast pace environment, Steady Pace, Able to Handle Multiple Priorities, Frequent and Intense Customer Interactions, Noisy Environment, Able to Adapt to Frequent Change

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