Vision Therapist

Job Description

Job Description

A Vision Therapist is a specialized healthcare professional who works under the guidance of an optometrist or ophthalmologist to diagnose and treat visual system dysfunctions using non-surgical methods. The position is dedicated to improving a patient's visual coordination, efficiency, and processing capabilities.

The duties and responsibilities of a Vision Therapist typically include:

• Therapy and Rehabilitation: Providing therapy and rehabilitation services to patients with a range of visual concerns. This involves performing exercises and visual activities to help patients regain or improve eye function.

• Treatment Planning: Collaborating with an optometrist to assess a patient's needs, create comprehensive treatment plans, and develop home therapy activities for maintenance of skills.

• Visual Skills Training: Utilizing non-invasive techniques such as eye exercises, specialized optical devices, and tailored activities to retrain the eyes and the brain to work together.

• Administrative Tasks: Responsibilities can include documenting therapy sessions, faxing reports to referring doctors and case managers, and other general office duties.

The overall goal of the position is to help patients achieve a higher level of visual performance, which can lead to improvements in academic and sports abilities and general quality of life. 

OTA or BA experience preferred.