What are the responsibilities and job description for the Low Vision Rehabilitation - Bioscientific Staff position at Henry Ford Health - Careers?
GENERAL SUMMARY:
Works collaboratively with the Medical Director of the Henry Ford Health Center for Vision Rehabilitation to provide individuals with vision impairment opportunities for increased safety, independence and quality of life via world-class low vision care while achieving office productivity and performance goals. Directly reports to the Chair, Department of Ophthalmology and Eye Care Services.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Comprehensive low vision case management:
· Provide low vision consultations
· Interdisciplinary collaboration
§ With HFH Center for Vision Rehabilitation occupational therapists
§ With other vision rehabilitation entities or professionals - including but not limited to agencies for the blind and visually impaired, orientation and mobility specialists, social workers, and certified driving rehabilitation specialists.
· Specialty contact lens fitting if necessary to maximize visual function
· Work with the Medical Director of Vision rehabilitation to maintain proper professional staffing and coverage within the clinic.
· Professional growth – Complete Michigan Optometric Low Vision Certification and American Academy of Optometry Fellowship
· Compliance with continuing education requirements to maintain a license to practice optometry in the State of Michigan.
· Support ancillary staff training programs
· Support practice building programs.
· Develop and support new relationships both inside and outside of HFH
· Attend regularly scheduled office and staff meetings
· Act as a role model for other staff
· Embrace best practices to ensure that we are providing the highest possible level of professional care.
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EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
- Successful completion of the program from a school of Optometry.
- Previous direct patient care experience.
- Experience in low vision rehabilitation, preferred
CERTIFICATIONS/LICENSURES REQUIRED:
- Licensed as an Optometrist in the State of Michigan.
Must meet or exceed core patient care and customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the HFH Customer Service Policy (summarized below):
Communication Ownership
Understanding Motivation
Sensitivity Excellence
Teamwork Respect
Must practice exceptional patient care and customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services.
Must possess the following personal qualities:
Be self-directed
Be flexible and committed to the team concept
Demonstrate teamwork, initiative and willingness to learn
Be open to new learning experiences
Accepts and respects diversity without judgment
Demonstrates patient care and customer service values
PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:
Normal office environment with minimal exposure to noise, dust, or extreme temperatures
- Successful completion of the program from a school of Optometry.
