What are the responsibilities and job description for the Teacher / Vision Technician position at Snider Therapy Centers, Inc.?
Vision Therapist Job Description
Snider Therapy is seeking a reliable, motivated person who loves making a difference to work as a Vision Therapist at our Dothan, AL location. The ideal candidate has at least 2 years’ experience working with children and is willing to become knowledgeable about our specialized area of practice.
Vision Therapists work directly with patients (primarily school aged children) that have been diagnosed with learning issues (ADD/ADHD, dyslexia, autism) to help correct the underlying cause. You DO NOT need prior experience in this field! Our vision therapists are trained in-house and will work closely with the doctor and other staff members to further their expertise. We are looking for someone with initiative who learns quickly and can take ownership of the role and training. If you are a happy and positive person who can learn new concepts quickly and think on your feet - this is for you. If you are looking for a long-term position that makes a difference in people's lives, we will provide all of the necessary training to make you an excellent vision therapist.
Our team is a small, close-knit group that works well together and is invested in the growth and sustainability of our practice. Our team consists of caring and enthusiastic individuals dedicated to improving function and quality of life for our clients. We take great care to create a welcoming environment and celebrate progress and success.
People who have had experience as teachers, tutors, and coaches make excellent vision therapists.
Responsibilities include but are not limited to:
- Learn and implement one-on-one therapy to individuals with varying degrees of ability, (including individuals on the Autism Spectrum) in a professional and friendly manner
- Complete session record notes for each patient.
- Work closely with the optometrist and other vision therapists to maintain high levels of patient care.
- Communicate home activities to patients and parents.
- Maintain a clean and organized environment for therapy to take place.
Desired Qualities:
- Mature, calm, organized
- Enjoy working with children
- Detail-oriented
- People Oriented
- Great at time management and completing tasks on-time
- Reliable
- Strong Communication Skills
- The ability and eagerness to learn
- A positive and engaging personality
- Ability to work independently
- Able to work well with the doctor and vision therapist team in collaborative environment
- Able to think analytically
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $17.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Work Location: In person
Salary : $17