Pre-K Vision Program Coordinator

Description

The Pre-K Vision Program Coordinator leads, develops, grows, and manages the daily operations of the Pre-K Vision Program.  

Supervisory Responsibilities:

• Not applicable

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Lead the development and implementation of the Pre-K Vision Program, which includes identifying places that would benefit from Pre-K vision screenings, working with community partners to schedule and facilitate the screening, carrying out vision screenings on Pre-K children, communicating results with parents/caregivers, maintaining records and organizing data, and coordinating follow-up care with a community eye care provider.
• Assist in the planning, design, and implementation of a mobile vision clinic to enhance Pre-K Vision program impact and efficiency.
• Once mobile vision clinic is active, the PreK Program Coordinator will be responsible for driving the Vision Mobile when there is a scheduled clinic. The Program Coordinator will assist the community-partner doctor with pretesting patients, assisting with frame selection, and ordering eyeglasses.  
• As this position requires driving a company car, van, or mobile vision clinic in and around Central Virginia. A current and valid drivers license is required.
• Establish and manage relationships with school, medical, and community partners in Richmond and surrounding counties
• Positively represent MEDRVA and the Pre-K Vision Program
• Determine the school-based and community sites for screenings to occur and update list and schedule as needed
• Coordinate and maintain daily schedules with screening centers, i.e. preschools, daycares, community events, and elementary schools
• Be a liaison between MEDRVA staff, school and community personnel, and parents of children screened in the program
• Prepare for daily screening activities, coordinate screening set-up and closing following the screenings
• Provide vision screenings
• Be proficient in all screening techniques and equipment
• Maintain program data and prepare program reports and materials as requested
• Monitor the performance and success of the program to make improvements or to take corrective action 
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of MEDRVA, enforce and maintain confidentiality of records, maintain HIPAA compliance, and adhere to other governing agencies for this program and MEDRVA
• Determine when maintenance is needed on the screening equipment and make arrangements for the screening equipment to be repaired in a timely manner 
• Communicate program outcomes and success stories with internal and external stakeholders 
• Assist the Director of Development and Fundraising in researching and applying for grants that are applicable to the Pre-K Vision Program

Requirements

• Proficient in use of technology
• Knowledge of ophthalmic medical terminology
• Exceptional communication, interpersonal and organizational skills.
• Detail-oriented and meticulous
• Self-motivated with the ability to problem solve, multi-task and work under pressure and at a fast pace
• Team player who can work in a collaborative environment with a strong sense of purpose and with minimal supervision.

Education and Experience:

• Bachelor’s Degree in a relevant field or a combination of education and experience that suits the position
• Prior experience working well with adults and children in healthcare, community and/or customer service settings is preferred

ADA Job Requirements:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Physical Demands: Lifting, reaching with hands and arms, carrying, handling, driving, use hands to finger, or feel, prolonged sitting.
• Communication Skills: Writing, speaking, hearing, reading, interpersonal relationships, receiving instructions, giving instructions.
• Intellectual Skills: Short and long term memory, abstract reasoning, decision making, directing others, mathematical calculations.
• Work Situations: Working as part of a group, working with the public, performing a variety of duties.

Disclaimer:

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, but not all-inclusive, listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be asked to perform other duties as required. See ADA checklist for specific related criteria.