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15 people are interested
Patient Pal Stylist - Kirby Puckett Eye Mobile
ORGANIZATION: Phillips Eye Institute
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15 people are interested
The Allina Health Phillips Eye Institute Kirby Puckett Eye Mobile brings the legacy of our hometown hero, Kirby Puckett, to a reality by serving those most in need by achieving eye health care in the region. The Kirby Puckett Eye Mobile is a fully operational eye clinic on wheels with two exam rooms, a waiting area, and an optical display for children to pick out their new glasses. In collaboration with Phillips Eye Institute’s Early Youth Eyecare (E.Y.E.) Community Initiative, the Kirby Puckett Eye Mobile strives to remove vision problems as a major roadblock to learning by providing treatment services to Minneapolis and Saint Paul school children in Kindergarten through 7th grade. The Phillips Eye Institute Kirby Puckett Eye Mobile has been brought to Minnesota in partnership through the MLB All-Star Game, Major League Baseball, the Minnesota Twins Community Foundation, and the Pohlad Family. Position Summary Patient Pal Stylist will assist children when picking out glasses, and help put the child at ease during the child’s time KPEM. Major Responsibilities Assist children when picking out glasses. Document child’s frame order. Communicate one-on-one with children in a friendly, calm manner to put them at ease and explain what they will be doing.
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About Phillips Eye Institute
Location:
2925 Chicago Avenue, Minneapolis, MN 55407, US
Mission Statement
Mission : The Phillips Eye Institute’s Early Youth Eyecare (E.Y.E.) Community Initiative strives to remove vision problems as a major roadblock to learning to allow all students to achieve their fullest potential.
Description
Through the Early Youth Eyecare (E.Y.E.) Community Initiative, the Phillips Eye Institute extends its mission beyond its hospital walls. E.Y.E. strives to remove vision problems as a major roadblock to learning by providing regular vision screenings and subsequent treatment services to Minneapolis and St Paul school children in Kindergarten, 1st, 3rd, 5th, and 7th grades. In addition to screening services, E.Y.E. conducts follow-up by working with families to identify and remove barriers to receiving treatment: offering interpreter services, transportation, and vision care for uninsured or underinsured children. E.Y.E. coordinates and funds care at no cost to the school districts or the families we serve. E.Y.E. serves over 25,000 students annually, with over 200 trained volunteers to deliver the service each school year. The success of the E.Y.E. Program has been widely recognized - having received the Minnesota Hospital Association Community Benefit Award for Small Hospitals and the Minneapolis Regional Chamber of Commerce Quality of Life Award.
CAUSE AREAS
WHEN
WHERE
2215 Park AvenueMinneapolis, MN 55404
DATE POSTED
June 7, 2016
SKILLS
- Healthcare
- Youth Services
- Children Medical Services
- Community Outreach
- Child Development
- People Skills
GOOD FOR
N/A
REQUIREMENTS
- Background Check
- Must be at least 18
- Orientation or Training
- Shifts are 2-3 hours, AM & PM available
- Ability to reliably show up for volunteer shifts Ability to assist staff when necessary Comfortable