Where Employed After certification, orthoptists are able to choose from several career opportunites. Orthoptists may work for one ophthalmologist or for a group in an office or clinic. Working with ophthalmologists, orthopists perform patient examinations, may assist in surgery, and give patients and their families a basic understanding of pediaric ophthalmologic disorders. Orthoptists may participate in local vision screening programs, and act as an office manager or clinic coordinator. They may work with ophthalmology residents and orthoptic student training, or teach at a hospiital or medical school.
Some orthoptists engage in clinical research.
The results of their research may be published in professional journals or presented at regional or national meetings. They are employed in every state in the United States. Although some jobs are available in small towns, many orthoptists work in large cities. Employment Outlook Career prospects for orthoptists are very positive. The demand for orthoptists increases each year.