Optometrist - MD / OD practice

Our client provides comprehensive eye care services, with a focus on the diagnosis, management, and treatment of eye diseases. They perform thorough eye examinations, prescribe corrective lenses, and detect eye-related medical conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. In collaboration with ophthalmologists and other healthcare providers, the Medical Optometrist delivers high-quality patient care, including pre- and post-operative care.

Key Responsibilities

Eye Examinations and Diagnostics:

• Conduct comprehensive eye and vision examinations using specialized instruments and techniques.
• Diagnose vision abnormalities and eye health issues such as refractive errors, eye infections, dry eye, and more severe ocular diseases.
• Utilize diagnostic equipment (e.g., fundus cameras, OCT, tonometers) to detect early signs of eye diseases.
  
  

Medical Eye Care

• Manage and treat a variety of ocular conditions such as glaucoma, conjunctivitis, cataracts, and corneal diseases.
• Prescribe medications for eye-related infections and conditions (as per licensure).
• Provide post-surgical eye care for patients recovering from procedures such as LASIK, cataract surgery, or other eye surgeries.
• Manage patients with chronic systemic conditions like diabetes and hypertension, ensuring eye health is regularly monitored.
  
  

Patient Counseling

• Educate patients about eye health, preventive care, and the management of diagnosed conditions.
• Offer guidance on maintaining vision and eye care, including lifestyle changes and the proper use of corrective lenses or medications.
  
  

Referrals And Collaborations

• Collaborate with ophthalmologists for advanced surgical cases or complex disease management.
• Refer patients to appropriate specialists for conditions that require surgical intervention or further specialized care.
  
  

Vision Correction

• Prescribe and fit glasses, contact lenses, or other visual aids based on the results of vision tests.
• Offer specialized lenses such as multifocals, bifocals, or lenses designed for specific conditions like keratoconus.
  
  

Record Keeping And Compliance

• Maintain accurate and thorough patient records, documenting examination results, diagnosis, treatment plans, and follow-up visits.
• Ensure compliance with state and federal regulations related to optometric practice and patient care.
  
  

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree from an accredited optometry school.
• State Licensure to practice optometry in Florida.
• Strong knowledge of ocular disease, pharmacology, and clinical optometry.
• Proficiency with diagnostic instruments such as OCT, slit lamp, and visual field tests.
• Ability to work collaboratively in a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
  
  

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in medical optometry, with a focus on ocular disease management.
• Certification in optometric specialties such as low vision rehabilitation or contact lens fitting.
• Excellent patient communication and counseling skills.
• Knowledge of electronic medical records (EMR) systems.
  
  

Employment Type: Full Time

Bonus/Commission: No