GENERAL SUMMARY:

• Under direct supervision, the Certified Orthoptist (CO or Canadian cert - (O)CO) assists the Ophthalmologist (typically pediatric or neuro-ophthalmologist) in the clinic setting.

• Orthoptists are bound by a Code of Ethics as specified by the American Orthoptic Council. Among other things, this code requires that orthoptic services be rendered only under the overall supervision of an ophthalmologist. This code also forbids orthoptists from being employed or supervised by optometrists.

• Orthoptists treat non-surgical disorders of ocular motility and binocular vision including but not limited to amblyopia, convergence insufficiency, accommodative esotropia and diplopia.

• Patients can be seen in conjunction with an ophthalmologist in their clinic or can be referred for sensorimotor evaluation/non-surgical treatment from within the ophthalmology practice.

  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.

Additional Information

• Organization: Henry Ford Medical Group

• Department: Ophthalmology Dearborn Ford Rd

• Shift: Day Job

• Union Code: Not Applicable

  Additional Details

  This posting represents the major duties, responsibilities, and authorities of this job, and is not intended to be a complete list of all tasks and functions. It should be understood, therefore, that incumbents may be asked to perform job-related duties beyond those explicitly described above.

Overview

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