Optometrist

Position Summary:

Perform vision tests and analyze results. Diagnose sight problems, such as nearsightedness or farsightedness and eye diseases, such as glaucoma. Prescribe eyeglasses and medications.

Essential duties and Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Perform standard eye exams for patients on a daily basis, meeting productivity goals.
• Check for evidence of disease, injury, or other problems impacting vision.
• Provide prescriptions for corrective lenses as needed.
• Listen to and address patient’s questions and concerns.
• Educate patients regarding the eye care and vision correction options.
• Analyze results from all tests conducted and share results with patients.
• Prescribe medications when needed.
• Utilize all necessary equipment properly, ensuring it is in good working order and communicating potential issues to management.
• Coordinate with the rest of the staff as needed to meet patient’s’ needs.
• Check prescription and fit of corrective lenses.
• Record all tests, prescriptions, and treatments in the E H R.
• Participate in staff development and training.
• Refer patients to trusted specialists (ophthalmologist) as needed.

Work under general supervision: routine duties are performed with minimal supervision; standard practices and procedures are followed to proceed alone at routine work; occasional check of work while in progress; work is reviewed upon completion. All activities involving changes in procedures, policies, or additional cost will be proposed to the administrative team for consideration.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) required from an accredited educational institution
• Current state optometry license, valid and in good standing
• Minimum two years experience working as a practicing optometrist
• Solid working knowledge of all ophthalmic equipment needed to conduct examinations
• Current medical knowledge of testing and treatments for eye injuries and diseases
• Continued commitment to remaining up to date on the latest research and techniques

Skills and Knowledge

• History of excellent patient care
• Positive attitude and team-oriented approach to patient care
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Compassionate and professional chair-side manner

The duties and responsibilities defined above are not an all inclusive list, but a general summary of typical duties. Individuals in this position may be asked to perform a wide range of related tasks, within the scope of their licensure or certification, to ensure that the highest level of medical and client care are always provided.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $125,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Continuing education credits
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

Ability to Commute:

• Marion, OH 43302 (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Marion, OH 43302: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person

Salary : $125,000