Entry Level Orthoptist Jobs
New grad orthoptist jobs welcome recent graduates and entry level candidates with zero to two years of experience, where strong clinical internship work or practicum hours can matter more than a long resume. Most openings are on-site roles across Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Agriculture & Farming, with employers like WVU Medicine, University of Miami, and Faculty Physicians hiring at this level now.
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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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- WVU Medicine1
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- Agriculture & Farming1
Entry Level Orthoptist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get an entry level orthoptist job?
Start by completing an accredited orthoptist program and securing as many clinical hours as possible during your training, since hands-on patient experience is the most valued asset at this stage. Highlight any pediatric vision assessments, binocular vision testing, or low vision work from your internship or practicum. Tailoring your application to outpatient ophthalmology clinics and children's hospitals that explicitly welcome new graduates gives you the best opening.
Which companies hire entry level orthoptists?
Companies hiring entry level orthoptists right now include WVU Medicine, University of Miami, and Faculty Physicians, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. At this level, hiring tends to come from ophthalmology group practices, pediatric specialty clinics, academic medical centers, and hospital-based eye care departments that have the infrastructure to onboard and supervise new graduates.
Are there remote entry level orthoptist jobs?
Yes, though most orthoptist roles require in-person patient care, a portion involve telehealth consultations or administrative duties that can be done remotely. About 0% of entry level orthoptist openings are remote or hybrid as of July 2026, making fully remote positions relatively uncommon but not absent, particularly in vision screening program coordination or research support roles.
Are these new grad orthoptist jobs?
Yes, these listings include new grad, recent graduate, and junior orthoptist roles. A posting is new-grad friendly when it welcomes zero to two years of experience, counts supervised clinical rotations or practicum hours toward the experience requirement, or explicitly mentions training support for early-career candidates. If a listing asks for a portfolio of clinical cases or letters of recommendation from supervising clinicians, that is a strong signal it is open to new grads.
Which industries hire the most entry level orthoptists?
Entry Level orthoptist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, Education, and Agriculture & Farming, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of July 2026. These sectors drive entry level hiring because they operate dedicated eye care departments, run pediatric vision screening programs, or have the patient volume and supervision capacity needed to bring on candidates who are just beginning their clinical careers.