Orthoptist - Ophthalmology - Full time - Dearborn

EDUCATION REQUIRED:

• Baccalaureate degree and graduation from a 2-year program at an accredited orthoptic school in the USA or Canada.
• Successful completion of both written and oral/practical board exams given by the American Orthoptic Council (or Canadian equivalent).

VISUAL/HEARING/VERBAL REQUIREMENTS

• The ability to see details of objects at a close range (within a few feet of the observer).
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• Ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand during test procedures, in taking patient histories, and in performing tests on patients.
• The ability to make precisely coordinated movements of the fingers of one or both hands to grasp, manipulate, or assemble very small objects.
• Manual dexterity is required to operate various equipment in the performance of duties.
• Attention to detail necessary due to the exacting nature of the position.
• Ability to find information and identify essential information in managing patient information.
• Mentoring and coaching to help other employees gain competencies and overcome barriers to improving current job performance is also expected of all certified personnel.
• Given the level of training and experience required in this position, the employee will be expected to work well independently.

CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:

• Certification as an Orthoptist by the American Orthoptic Council.
• Recertification every 3 years which requires 45 CE credits and attendance at scientific meetings.
• CPR (Basic Life Support) certification required.
• Must always maintain above listed required certifications.