Orthoptist I
81157BR
Ophthalmology
Status
Full-Time
Standard Hours per Week
40
Job Category
Clinical,
Regular, Temporary, Per Diem
Regular
Office/Site Location
Boston
Remote Eligibility
Onsite Only
Job Posting Description
At Boston Children’s Hospital, the quality of our care – and our inclusive hospital working environment – lies in the diversity of our people. With patients from local communities and 160 countries around the world, we’re committed to reflecting the spectrum of their cultures, while opening doors of opportunity for our team. Here, different talents pursue common goals. Voices are heard and ideas are shared. Join us, and discover how your unique contributions can change lives. Yours included.
We at the Department of Ophthalmology at Boston Children’s Hospital provide the most advanced care for children with vision problems, from the simplest to the most complex conditions like cataracts, eye injuries, and juvenile glaucoma. We believe in patient-centered care, recognizing that families are the core of a child’s strength and well-being, and we actively involve them in every decision about their child’s treatment. By listening, educating, and supporting families, we create a collaborative environment that leads to better health outcomes and a more satisfying care experience.
Key Responsibilities:
- Conducts Comprehensive Eye Exams: Performs detailed eye examinations upon physician referral, verifies referral appropriateness, and uses specialized tests (e.g., visual acuity, field, color vision, fundus photography) to diagnose and recommend treatment options.
- Administers Non-Medical Treatments: Develops and implements non-surgical treatment plans for ocular disorders as prescribed by ophthalmologists, including therapeutic devices and interventions.
- Monitors and Adjusts Treatment Plans: Designs individualized treatment programs, monitors outcomes, and adjusts or discontinues treatments as needed, while communicating with physicians and care teams.
- Provides Patient and Family Education: Builds professional relationships with patients and families, explains procedures and results, and incorporates their needs into care plans.
- Collaborates and Documents Care: Works with multidisciplinary teams, maintains detailed medical records, prepares reports for stakeholders, and ensures follow-up care.
- Supports Education and Research: Contributes to residency training, participates in quality improvement and research initiatives, and engages in professional development and scholarly activities.
Minimum Qualifications
Education:
- Bachelor’s Degree required
Licensure/ Certifications:
- Current certification as an Orthoptist by the American Orthoptic Council AOC or an equivalent level of certification from an accredited foreign program
Boston Children’s Hospital requires all employees to be vaccinated against COVID-19 and Flu, (unless you are eligible for a medical or religious exemption).
Boston Children’s Hospital is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to their race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status or disability.
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