Certified Orthoptist

Overview

St. Luke’s Health System in Boise is seeking a Certified Orthoptist to join our team.

Our certified Orthoptist is responsible for providing evaluation, understanding and treatment to children and adults with disorders affecting visual function. 

Responsibilities

Liaison between the Ophthalmologist and the patient and as such assists in the explanation and carrying out of a patient's individual treatment plan. Informs patients of the purpose of all tests personally performed and how they will be affected during the tests. Assists in the performance of complex clinical procedures requiring special assistance. May assist the Ophthalmologist in the operating room. Directs patient care including changing of dressings, instilling of eye drops and ointments, administer oral medications, place of temporary prisms on patient's glasses, etc. Provide training to patients on eye exercises to assist with the control of eye muscle conditions. Acts as a study coordinator by performing the essential testing required for each study such as vision, stereopsis, and cover testing. Perform other duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor’s degree or 4 years of experience in lieu. Experience: 0 years' relevant experience. Licenses/Certifications: Current Certified Orthoptist Certificate from the American Orthotic Council.

Why St. Luke's

At St. Luke’s, caring for people in the communities we serve is our mission – and this includes our own SLHS team. We offer a robust benefits package to support our teams both professionally and personally. In addition to a competitive salary and retirement plans, we ensure our team feels supported in their benefits beyond the typical medical, dental, and vision offerings. We care about you and have fantastic financial and physical wellness options, such as: on-site massages, on-site counseling via our Employee Assistance Program, access to the Virgin Pulse Wellness tool, as well as other formal training and career development offerings to ensure you are meeting your career goals.

St. Luke’s is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, religion, color, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by law.

*Please note: this posting is not reflective of all job duties and responsibilities and is intended to provide an overview to job seekers.

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