Certified Orthoptist-Ophthalmology
Company: University of Maryland Faculty Physicians
Location: Baltimore
Posted on: April 2, 2026
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Job Description:
Performs a broad range of duties related to the delivery of care
to adult and pediatric patients seen within the Department of
Ophthalmology. Patient care includes visual acuity testing, ocular
motility testing, patient medical history and instruction to
patients and guardians. The Certified Orthoptist must determine
testing methods most suitable for a particular patient. Data
derived from these procedures are presented to the staffing
Ophthalmologist/Optometrist to determine diagnosis and treatment
plans for the patient and other duties as assigned. ESSENTIAL
FUNCTIONS Assists the Ophthalmologist in diagnostic, therapeutic,
and corrective procedures. Generates important and preliminary
information for use by the Ophthalmologist through a variety of
procedures including ophthalmic evaluations and sensory tests.
Performs distance vision and near vision with glasses and reading
glasses or without glasses as the case presents Performs full
orthoptic exam to include amblyopia checks, occlusion therapy (skin
patch, Bangerter filter), glasses (bifocals, over-minus lenses),
Fresnel press-on prisms, Hirshberg, Krimsky, cover test, prism and
alternate cover test, simultaneous prism and cover test. Creates
and implements a program of orthoptic exercises for convergence,
divergence and anti-submission. Performs manifest refraction and/or
cycloplegic refraction and rest in trial frames. Measures papillary
distance at distance and near if glasses are to be prescribed.
Performs full orthoptic exam on all strabismus cases referred to by
the Orthoptic Clinic by ophthalmology residents and all referring
private ophthalmologists requiring such services. Files a record of
all such examinations including a summary of findings and
recommendations in the patient’s medical record. Forwards a summary
letter and recommendations to referring ophthalmologists. Instructs
and assists ophthalmology residents in techniques and principles of
strabismus. Performs color vision, amsler grid, confrontation
fields on new patients and follow-up patients as indicated. Checks
intraocular pressure. Note: The intent of this list of primary
duties is to provide a representative summary of the major duties
and responsibilities of this job. Incumbents perform other related
duties as assigned. Specific duties and responsibilities may vary
based upon departmental needs EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE
Bachelor's degree required, or equivalent combination of education
and experience Completion of accredited Orthoptic Training Program
1-3 years’ experience as a Certified Orthoptist Total Rewards The
referenced base salary range represents the low and high end of
University of Maryland’s Faculty Physician’s Inc. salary range for
this position. Some candidates will not be eligible for the upper
end of the salary range. Exact salary will ultimately depend on
multiple factors, which may include the successful candidate's
geographic location, skills, work experience, market conditions,
internal equity, responsibility factor and span of control,
education/training and other qualifications. University of Maryland
Faculty Physician’s Inc. offers a total rewards package that
supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement. More
information can be found here:
https://www.umfpi.org/jobs/summary-employee-benefits
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