HIRING FULL-TIME OPTOMETRIST

Provide outpatient care for patients with eye-related disorders and conditions

Conduct routine eye examinations, including visual field tests

Determine each patient’s visual acuity, field of vision and hand-eye coordination

Take detailed medical histories for all patients, including current and past prescription medications

Evaluate eye-related symptoms, such as discharge, redness and inflammation

Prescribe corrective lenses when required

Refer patients to board-certified ophthalmologists when required for more holistic eye care

Educate patients on proper eye care

Identify eye health safety factors that could impact vision, such as working around chemicals or in front of a computer

Advise patients about proper eye hygiene and care

Optometrist qualifications and skills

State-issued license for optometry and O.D.

2 years’ experience working as an optometrist

Alternatively, 3 years working as an optometrist

Excellent customer service and organization skills

Advanced time management skills

Ability to diagnose and treat eye-related disorders and conditions