Orthoptist Jobs
Orthoptist jobs are open across hospital systems, ophthalmology practices, academic medical centers, and pediatric clinics, from entry-level clinical roles to senior and supervisory positions, with specializations in pediatric vision therapy, binocular vision disorders, and neuro-ophthalmology. Find a role that fits from the openings below and apply directly.
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Day (United States of America)
Seeking Breakthrough Makers
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.
At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career.
CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.
A Brief Overview
The Orthoptist will help manage the care of a select group of ophthalmic patients treated at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the hospital satellite offices, as well as teaching and clinical research. The position will primarily involve clinical care in a busy multidisciplinary, academic environment with a high level of pathology and potential for involvement in the teaching and academic programs of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Pennsylvania.
What you will do
- Assists the pediatric ophthalmology staff with the clinical evaluation of patients by:
- Medical and ophthalmic history-taking, review of systems, medication reconciliation and summary of chief complaint.
- Vision and sensory testing, strabismus measurements, Teller visual acuity testing, visual field testing, and other components of the ophthalmic examination.
- Escorting patients to and from waiting areas and exam areas.
- Administering medicated eye drops for cycloplegia.
- Retinoscopic and manifest refraction.
- Education and instruction of patients regarding glasses, patching, administration of medications, eye exercises.
- Documenting findings concisely and accurately in the electronic health record.
- Consulting with appropriate physician as needed.
- Coordinating the timing of sequence of examination and requirements for scheduling additional tests, alerting proper clinical areas in order to facilitate patient flow, patient care, and clinic operation.
- Independently staff and operate an Orthoptics Clinic within the Ophthalmology Clinics approximately bimonthly for the management of amblyopia, diplopia, convergence insufficiency, and other orthoptic patients.
- Teaches ophthalmic technicians, medical students, ophthalmology residents, and pediatric ophthalmology fellows in ophthalmology clinics.
- Participates internal training and education with other ophthalmology staff.
- Attends and presents at continuing education offerings for orthoptists, nurses and technicians.
- Participates in departmental research activities and may assume responsibility as primary author of research involving strabismus and amblyopia patients, to be published in various orthoptic and ophthalmology journals.
- Attends and participates in seminars, conferences, and conventions.
- Delivers papers concerning own research at meetings such as the American Academy of Ophthalmology or AAPOS.
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree - Required
Experience Qualifications
Prior experience in an ophthalmology clinic - Required
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent clinical and diagnostic skills. (Required proficiency)
- Ability to work compatibly with physicians and other department members. (Required proficiency)
- Must have good stamina and good decision making skills. (Required proficiency)
- Basic computer skills required and previous experience with electronic medical records preferred. (Required proficiency)
- Personal qualities include the ability to communicate effectively; both orally and in writing. (Required proficiency)
- Ability to work compatibility with physicians and other department members. (Required proficiency)
- Must have stamina and good decision making skills (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
Orthoptic Certification - American Orthoptic Council - within 12 months - Required
To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.
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SALARY RANGE:
$81,670.00 - $104,130.00 Annually
Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.
At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits.
SHIFT:
Day (United States of America)
Seeking Breakthrough Makers
Children’s Hospital of Philadelphia (CHOP) offers countless ways to change lives. Our diverse community of more than 20,000 Breakthrough Makers will inspire you to pursue passions, develop expertise, and drive innovation.
At CHOP, your experience is valued; your voice is heard; and your contributions make a difference for patients and families. Join us as we build on our promise to advance pediatric care—and your career.
CHOP does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, sex, national origin, religion, or any other legally protected categories in any employment, training, or vendor decisions or programs. CHOP recognizes the critical importance of a workforce rich in varied backgrounds and experiences and engages in ongoing efforts to achieve that through equally varied and non-discriminatory means.
A Brief Overview
The Orthoptist will help manage the care of a select group of ophthalmic patients treated at the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the hospital satellite offices, as well as teaching and clinical research. The position will primarily involve clinical care in a busy multidisciplinary, academic environment with a high level of pathology and potential for involvement in the teaching and academic programs of Children's Hospital of Philadelphia and the Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Pennsylvania.
What you will do
- Assists the pediatric ophthalmology staff with the clinical evaluation of patients by:
- Medical and ophthalmic history-taking, review of systems, medication reconciliation and summary of chief complaint.
- Vision and sensory testing, strabismus measurements, Teller visual acuity testing, visual field testing, and other components of the ophthalmic examination.
- Escorting patients to and from waiting areas and exam areas.
- Administering medicated eye drops for cycloplegia.
- Retinoscopic and manifest refraction.
- Education and instruction of patients regarding glasses, patching, administration of medications, eye exercises.
- Documenting findings concisely and accurately in the electronic health record.
- Consulting with appropriate physician as needed.
- Coordinating the timing of sequence of examination and requirements for scheduling additional tests, alerting proper clinical areas in order to facilitate patient flow, patient care, and clinic operation.
- Independently staff and operate an Orthoptics Clinic within the Ophthalmology Clinics approximately bimonthly for the management of amblyopia, diplopia, convergence insufficiency, and other orthoptic patients.
- Teaches ophthalmic technicians, medical students, ophthalmology residents, and pediatric ophthalmology fellows in ophthalmology clinics.
- Participates internal training and education with other ophthalmology staff.
- Attends and presents at continuing education offerings for orthoptists, nurses and technicians.
- Participates in departmental research activities and may assume responsibility as primary author of research involving strabismus and amblyopia patients, to be published in various orthoptic and ophthalmology journals.
- Attends and participates in seminars, conferences, and conventions.
- Delivers papers concerning own research at meetings such as the American Academy of Ophthalmology or AAPOS.
Education Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree - Required
Experience Qualifications
Prior experience in an ophthalmology clinic - Required
Skills and Abilities
- Excellent clinical and diagnostic skills. (Required proficiency)
- Ability to work compatibly with physicians and other department members. (Required proficiency)
- Must have good stamina and good decision making skills. (Required proficiency)
- Basic computer skills required and previous experience with electronic medical records preferred. (Required proficiency)
- Personal qualities include the ability to communicate effectively; both orally and in writing. (Required proficiency)
- Ability to work compatibility with physicians and other department members. (Required proficiency)
- Must have stamina and good decision making skills (Required proficiency)
Licenses and Certifications
Orthoptic Certification - American Orthoptic Council - within 12 months - Required
To carry out its mission, CHOP is committed to supporting the health of our patients, families, workforce, and global community. As a condition of employment, CHOP employees who work in patient care buildings or who have patient facing responsibilities must receive an annual influenza vaccine. Learn more.
EEO / VEVRAA Federal Contractor | Tobacco Statement
SALARY RANGE:
$81,670.00 - $104,130.00 Annually
Salary ranges are shown for full-time jobs. If you're working part-time, your pay will be adjusted accordingly.
At CHOP, we are committed to fair and transparent pay practices. Factors such as skills and experience could result in an offer above the salary range noted in this job posting. Click here for more information regarding CHOP's Compensation and Benefits.
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Who's Hiring
- Hanger75
- Sanford Health14
- Sanford Bismarck3
- Arkansas Children'S2
Top Industries Hiring
- Healthcare & Medical Services102
- Non-Profit & Social Services8
- Education7
- Agriculture & Farming1
What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in orthoptist jobs.
- Certification by the American Orthoptic Council (AOC) or eligibility to sit for the certifying examination
- Bachelor's degree in a health sciences field plus completion of an accredited orthoptic training program
- Proficiency in assessment and management of strabismus, amblyopia, and binocular vision disorders
- Experience conducting visual field testing, cover testing, and ocular motility evaluations
- Ability to work with pediatric patients including infants and children with developmental conditions
- Familiarity with electronic health record systems and clinical documentation requirements
Tips for Your Orthoptist Job Search
Tailor your resume to each clinical setting
Orthoptist roles in pediatric clinics prioritize amblyopia management and patient communication with children, while academic medical centers emphasize research involvement and complex strabismus cases. Adjust your resume summary and bullet points to reflect the specific patient population and clinical focus of each employer.
Highlight orthoptic-specific diagnostic equipment proficiency
Employers expect hands-on familiarity with tools like prism bars, synoptophores, and visual field analyzers. List each instrument by name in your skills section rather than grouping them as 'diagnostic equipment,' so hiring managers and applicant tracking systems can match your credentials to the role.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists orthoptist openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Filter openings by subspecialty alignment
Orthoptist positions vary significantly by subspecialty: neuro-ophthalmology units need candidates comfortable with cranial nerve palsies and diplopia workups, while low vision programs require rehabilitation-oriented experience. Search for openings using subspecialty keywords so you're targeting postings that match your actual clinical background.
Prepare clinical case examples for interviews
Interviewers in ophthalmology settings frequently ask you to walk through a strabismus assessment or explain how you'd manage a non-compliant pediatric patient. Prepare two or three concrete patient scenarios from your clinical experience that demonstrate your diagnostic reasoning and patient management approach from start to finish.
Negotiate scope of practice clarity before accepting
Orthoptist roles vary widely in autonomy depending on the supervising ophthalmologist and state regulations. Before accepting an offer, ask specifically which assessments and treatments you'll perform independently versus which require direct physician oversight, so your day-to-day responsibilities match your training and career goals.
Orthoptist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most orthoptists?
The companies hiring the most orthoptists right now include Hanger, Sanford Health, and Hanger, with the largest share of openings in Texas, Minnesota, and California, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of June 2026. Academic medical centers and large ophthalmology group practices tend to post the most consistently throughout the year.
How many orthoptist jobs are remote?
About 0% of orthoptist openings are fully remote or hybrid as of June 2026, given that most of the role involves hands-on patient assessment. The sub-areas most likely to include remote components are patient education, telehealth follow-up consultations, and administrative or research coordination duties within larger health systems.
How do you become an orthoptist?
You earn a bachelor's degree in a health or life sciences field, then complete a two-year accredited orthoptic training program at a hospital or academic medical center. After finishing the program, you sit for the American Orthoptic Council certifying examination. Passing that examination qualifies you to practice as a certified orthoptist and apply for clinical positions.
How do you get hired as an orthoptist with little or no experience?
Most entry-level orthoptist roles expect AOC certification or examination eligibility, so completing your accredited training program is the non-negotiable first step. During training, seek rotations in the subspecialties you want to work in, such as pediatric ophthalmology or neuro-ophthalmology, and build relationships with supervising ophthalmologists who can serve as references. Smaller private practices and community health clinics are often more open to newly certified candidates than large academic centers.
What does the orthoptist interview process look like?
Most orthoptist interviews involve an initial phone or video screen with HR or a practice manager, followed by an in-person interview with the supervising ophthalmologist and sometimes other clinical staff. You should expect scenario-based questions about patient assessment and management, and some practices ask you to demonstrate a specific test or walk through a case. A brief tour of the clinical space is common before an offer is extended.
Where can I find and apply to orthoptist jobs?
You can find and apply to orthoptist jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Search the listings to find roles that match your specialization, experience level, and preferred location, then apply directly to each opening that fits.
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