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Kaiser Permanente

Orthoptist

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What they do

An Orthoptist works with patients who have eye movement abnormalities or problems related to injuries. Assists and works under the direction of ophthalmologists. Performs tests to assess vision problems, provides therapy for patients and teaches patients about therapeutic exercises and treatments.

$60,039 / year median in California

+10% projected growth

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Job Description

Job Summary:
Administers and interprets various eye tests. Recommends and administers therapy for eye problems, under the supervision of the ophthamologist and/or physician.
Essential Responsibilities:
Administers tests to measure and evaluate visual acuity, focusing ability, uniocular cooperation eye motor movements, and color vision using prisms, red lenses, and synophoter. Interprets test results and recommends to the Ophthalmologist treatment and/or therapy. Administers therapy, prepares reports, and confers with physicians regarding patients needs and progress.
Qualifications:
Basic Qualifications:
Experience Basic Qualifications:
N/A Education Graduation from an accredited orthoptics program required. High School Diploma or General Education Development (GED) required.
License, Certification, Registration Orthoptist Certificate Additional Requirements:
Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
Preferred Qualifications:
A thorough knowledge of the development of childrens vision preferred.