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Form of workThis position is in support of the City of Chicago Migrant Shelter operations.
The primary function of the Audio Vision Tester is to provide support for the program by providing vision testing to migrants that are assigned to the program.
Vision and audiometric tests of children for the detection of vision or hearing impairments.
Sets up testing rooms and operates vision and hearing equipment and performs testing for the
detection of vision and hearing impairments.
Prepares and maintains records on the results of vision and hearing tests for individual patients.
Performs daily equipment checks and minor adjustments to ensure accuracy in test administration.
Schedules schools and Head Start program sites for hearing and vision testing services.
Make referrals for additional testing of children identified as having possible vision or hearing
impairments.
Follow up with school officials and parents to ensure children given referrals receive required
additional medical services.
Prepares work activity reports on services and referrals provided.
Performs related duties as required
Required Skills and Knowledge (Brief description of technical knowledge or skills needed to perform the job)
Fluency in Spanish Required
Strong PC/Microsoft Office applications background
Excellent written and oral communication skills
Strong team building and team-member skills.
Excellent data entry skills
Experience:
Minimum of 1 year experience
Previous experience working with young school age children, documenting results and preparing
reports, and proficiency with MS office software is preferred.
Education:
Certification by the State of Illinois as a licensed Vision Screening Technician and Hearing Screening
Technician is required.
Physical Demands:
Work involves sitting and standing for prolonged periods of time.
May require bending, stooping and lifting up to 15 lbs.
Requires droving to multiple locations.
Other Special Qualifications:
US Citizen or Permanent Resident Card is required.
A valid State of Illinois driver's license is required.
Permanent use of an automobile that is properly insured including a clause specifically insuring the
City of Chicago from accident liability.
