Job Description & Responsibilities:
POSITION DESCRIPTION: Certified Vision Screener A Certified Vision Screener is part of the Star Pupils Program of Prevent Blindness Georgia (PBGA). Under the umbrella of the children’s program, Vision Screeners perform instrumentbased vision screenings on pre-K and school-aged children, across the state of Georgia, in lottery-funded pre-kindergartens, Head Starts, daycares, public and private preschools during the school year. RESPONSIBLITIES Complete and maintain Vision Screening Certification every 3 years • Contact and maintain caseload of assigned school sites • Schedule and confirm screening date(s) for each site • Conduct vision screening in accordance with Prevent Blindness specifications • Work and communicate with on site administrative staff regarding results to specifically ensured children who are recommended for follow-up care receive it. • Prepare and provide necessary documentation for parents/guardians regarding their Childs vision and/or hearing needs. • Enter/maintain/update E.Y.E.S Database pre and post visit • Communicate internally with other PBGA staff and screeners as necessary/required
Qualifications
QUALIFICATION and SKILLS • Must be 18 or older, • A 2-or-4 year degree from an accredited college or university, or nursing degree preferred • Proficient in Microsoft Office • Must have a valid Driver’s License • Reliable, insured personal transportation • Ability to drive distances of up to 100 miles per day •As this is a partially remote position, reliable computer and internet access required • Ability to lift and transport up 25 pounds
How To Apply:
To apply, email resume and cover letters to sturner@pbga.org
Salary:
base pay 15.00 per hour
Contact:
Employer: Prevent Blindness Georgia
Email: sturner@pbga.org