Pediatric Ophthalmic Nurse Practitioner

About The Children's Eye Center of El Paso

The Children’s Eye Center has been a trusted provider of pediatric ophthalmology in El Paso since 1996. Founded and led by Dr. Violeta Radenovich, the area’s only female, U.S. residency- and fellowship-trained pediatric ophthalmologist, we deliver top-tier eye care in a warm, child-friendly setting. With an on-site optical boutique dedicated exclusively to children, we provide comprehensive diagnosis, treatment, and vision solutions—all under one roof.

Join us in helping kids see better every day.

Children’s Eye Health Center of El Paso is seeking a licensed Nurse Practitioner with pediatric experience to join our growing Pediatric Ophthalmology practice.

This is a fully compensated clinical NP position with a structured onboarding and subspecialty training pathway designed for early-career Nurse Practitioners who are interested in developing expertise in Pediatric Ophthalmology , a rare and rewarding specialty.

You will work in a child-focused clinic environment and receive close mentorship from a fellowship-trained Pediatric Ophthalmologist , while progressively expanding your clinical skills and scope of responsibility in accordance with Texas NP regulations.

• Licensed Nurse Practitioner (or eligible for Texas licensure)
• Experience or strong interest in pediatrics
• Compassionate, patient-centered, and family-focused
• Eager to learn a highly specialized clinical field
• Comfortable working collaboratively in a team environment

• Conduct pediatric eye examinations including visual acuity testing, refraction, and age-appropriate diagnostic assessments
• Assist in the diagnosis and management of conditions such as amblyopia, strabismus, refractive errors, and congenital eye disorders under physician supervision
• Participate in treatment planning, including prescribing therapies (e.g., eye drops, eyeglasses, patching) as permitted by scope of practice
• Provide pre-operative and post-operative patient care
• Assist with minor in-office procedures (e.g., foreign body removal, tear duct probing) as training progresses
• Educate patients and families using age-appropriate communication strategies
• Collaborate with Pediatric Ophthalmologists, Optometrists, and clinical staff
• Maintain accurate and compliant documentation in the electronic health record (EHR); scribe support provided
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives and community vision screening programs
• Engage in ongoing education through didactic sessions, workshops, and clinical training
• Participate in supervised call responsibilities consistent with Texas NP scope-of-practice guidelines

• Structured subspecialty training in Pediatric Ophthalmology
• Hands-on clinical mentorship
• Employer-paid educational expenses
• Tuition reimbursement for ophthalmology-specific certifications and continuing education
• Competitive salary with annual increases based on experience and progress
• Full health insurance after 90 days
• Generous PTO , including holidays and educational time
• Free eye exams after 90 days and optical discounts

(Salary range available upon request or may be added for posting optimization.)

• Pediatric experience preferred
• Eligible for Texas licensure
• HIPAA-compliant practice standards

Children’s Eye Health Center of El Paso is an equal opportunity employer committed to providing exceptional pediatric eye care and supporting professional growth.