Orthoptist Job at Children's Health System of Texas, Plano, TX

  • Children's Health System of Texas
  • Plano, TX

Job Description

Orthoptist

Department: Plano UT Ophthalmology

Location: Plano or Dallas, Texas

Shift: Monday - Friday 8:00 am - 5:00 pm; No nights or weekends.

Job Type: On-Site

Why Children's Health?

At Children's Health, our mission is to Make Life Better for Children, and we recognize that their health plays a crucial role in achieving this goal. Through our cutting-edge treatments and affiliation with UT Southwestern, we strive to deliver an extraordinary patient and family experience, ensuring that every moment, big or small, contributes to their overall well-being. Our dedication to promoting children's health extends beyond our organization and encompasses the broader community. Together, we can make a significant difference in the lives of children and contribute to a brighter and healthier future for all.

Summary: This job is responsible for providing orthoptic consultations on patients; teaching ophthalmology residents; and coordinating the operational activities of the department.

Responsibilities: * Perform orthoptic exams on ophthalmology patients including diagnosis and treatment of specific conditions. * Instructs ophthalmology residents, medical students, physician's assistants, and allied health personnel on pediatric ophthalmology. * Plan and coordinate the daily operational activities of the department including direct supervision of the clinic assistant and the ophthalmology residents on rotation. * Provide patient/family education relating to specific conditions, schedule surgeries for the ophthalmology patients, order supplies, etc.

Work Experience * At least 2 years experience in ophthalmic technology Required * At least 2 years internship in orthoptics Required

Education * Four-year Bachelor's degree or equivalent experience Required * Completion of 2-year Orthoptic Program Required

Licenses and Certifications * Orthoptic certification Required

A Place Where You Belong

We put our people first. We welcome, value, and respect the beliefs, identities and experiences of our patients and colleagues. We are committed to delivering culturally effective care, creating meaningful partnerships in the communities we serve, and equipping and developing our team members to make Children's Health a place where everyone can contribute.

Holistic Benefits How We'll Care for You:

Employee portion of medical plan premiums are covered after 3 years.

4%-10% employee savings plan match based on tenure

Paid Parental Leave (up to 12 weeks)

Caregiver Leave

Adoption and surrogacy reimbursement

As an equal opportunity employer, Children's Health does not discriminate against employees or applicants because of race, color, religion, sex, gender identity and expression, sexual orientation, age, national origin, veteran or military status, disability, or genetic information or any other Federal or State legally-protected status or class. This applies to all aspects of the employer-employee relationship including but not limited to recruitment, hiring, promotion, transfer pay, training, discipline, workforce adjustments, termination, employee benefits, and any other employment-related activity.

Children's Health System of Texas

Job Tags

Work experience placement, Internship, Monday to Friday, Shift work, Weekend work

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