At Children’s Wisconsin, we believe kids deserve the best.

Children’s Wisconsin is a nationally recognized health system dedicated solely to the health and well-being of children. We provide primary care, specialty care, urgent care, emergency care, community health services, foster and adoption services, child and family counseling, child advocacy services and family resource centers. Our reputation draws patients and families from around the country.

We offer a wide variety of rewarding career opportunities and are seeking individuals dedicated to helping us achieve our vision of the healthiest kids in the country. If you want to work for an organization that makes a difference for children and families, and encourages you to be at your best every day, please apply today.

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Job Summary Administers and performs diagnostic tests, and provides instruction to patients with correctable vision focusing defects, under the medical direction of a licensed ophthalmologist. Essential Functions - Understands and satisfies the needs of the neonatal, infant, toddler, pre-school, school-age, adolescent and/or adult patient in regards to their growth and development process. - Obtains necessary data concerning patient's medical diagnosis and history and prepares patient case history. - Administers standard ophthalmic tests per physician's order and according to established procedures and standards. - Performs diagnostic tests including vision field tests. - Performs retinoscopy. - Provides the evaluation of patients with eye muscle problems utilizing prisms. - Contact lens fitting and dispensing. - Explains procedures to patient and/or family and directs patient during treatment and therapy. - Instructs patient and/or family in appropriate home care treatment. - Prepares reports and completes charting as required and confers regularly with the physician relative to patient's progress. Legacy Essential Functions - Maintains equipment and instruments. - Inventories and orders supplies within the clinic; collaborates with the manager to maintain expenses within the approved budget. - Maintains a clean and safe environment. - Participates in and supports the Quality Assurance program. - Identifies potential topics and participates in clinical evaluation and /or research. - Serves as a resource to physicians, personnel and other departments regarding the functioning of the clinic. - Sets own professional goals in collaboration with the manager, to improve performance and maintain clinical competence. - Daily cleaning and stocking of exam rooms Knowledge, Skills and Abilities - Knowledge of basic eye anatomy and physiology as well as Ophthalmic tests and procedures as would be acquired through completion of a two-year ophthalmic technician program or equivalent experience. - Interpersonal and communication skills necessary to work collaboratively with coworkers, physicians, children, and their families. - Physical ability to walk and/or stand for extended periods of time to perform or assist with patient care procedures. - The ability to represent the organization and serve consumers in a professional manner and promote a positive image of the organization and its services. - Frequently bends, lifts, twists, reaches, and squats. - Occasionally push/pulls and does overhead work. Licenses and Certifications: - BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council required Patient Care Responsibility - Provides care appropriate to patient population and as described in applicable policies and procedures. Required for All Jobs: - This job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that may be requested in the performance of this job. - Employment is at-will. This document does not create an employment contract, implied or otherwise.

Children's Wisconsin is an equal opportunity / affirmative action employer. We are committed to creating a diverse and inclusive environment for all employees. We treat everyone with dignity, respect, and fairness. We do not discriminate against any person on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, gender, gender identity and/or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other status or condition protected by the law.

Certifications/Licenses:

BLS-Basic Life Support Healthcare Provider - American Heart Association/American Red Cross/National Safety Council