Vision Therapist

Vision TherapistVision therapists are individuals who work one-on-one in a professional clinical setting using structured programs that help children and adults achieve their best through Vision Therapy. Vision Therapists treat children with developmental learning delays and individuals of all ages who have suffered due to a traumatic brain injury.Responsibilities:Plan and organize patient sessions in accordance to exam findings and specific optometric and patient goalsConduct therapy sessions that are meaningful and produce desirable resultsAssign homework exercises that compliment therapy sessionsConduct and score perceptual testing evaluations which determine if a patient would benefit from Vision Therapy sessionsComplete proper paperwork to ensure charting is in compliance with insurance regulationsProvide patients and patients parents with a complete understanding of the exam findings, session outcome and homework expectationsMaintain cleanliness and organization of the therapy and testing rooms of the practice including making copies and supplies of home materialsAssist the doctors with letters to parents, schools, etc after examinations including vision and learning letters and re-evaluations lettersParticipate in workshops to help educate patients, parents and other professionals about the impact that a functional vision problem has on learningMaintain certification by continuing educationCommunicate with doctors and other professionals about the progress of our patientsAssist with scheduling and rescheduling of therapy appointmentsConsistently maintain a level of creativity and growth to ensure that the patients receive a high level of careQualifications:Bachelor's DegreeOptical industry experience is preferred but not requiredStrong people/communication and development skillsBenefits:401(k) with MatchMedical/Dental/Life/STD/LTDVision Service PlanEmployee Vision Discount ProgramHSA/FSAPTOPaid Holidays*Benefits applicable to full Time Employees only.Physical Demands:This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the office.