Pediatric Optometrist (M67693)

Pediatric Optometrist (M67693)

Department of Ophthalmology - VCU Health - Richmond, VA 

We invite qualified candidates to apply for this exciting opportunity for residency-trained Pediatric Optometrist.

Mission or Goal of Unit:

VCU Health Ophthalmology provides eye care services in both ambulatory and inpatient settings. Our ophthalmology providers serve patients of all ages.  Services range from general eye exams to the treatment of complex vision disorders. 

Our department is among the first in the country to offer implantable telescope technology  the surgery involves implantation of a miniature telescope for patients with advanced irreversible age-related macular degeneration to improve their distance vision. We are a major training ground for Virginia's future ophthalmologists and are committed to attracting excellent residents and recruiting outstanding faculty to provide resident training and patient care.

Chief Purpose of this position: 

The department of Ophthalmology at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System is seeking a residency-trained Pediatric Optometrist with experience in contact lens fitting and ocular disease. As a member of our faculty, the successful candidate will be responsible for an established clinical practice with direct patient care in two outpatient settings including our main campus (Children's Hospital of Richmond at VCU's newly expanded facility) and our suburban satellite location (Stony Point). Our department supports a 12 resident ophthalmology training program with a full 5-year ACGME Accreditation.

Position Responsibilities: 

The successful candidate must maintain high clinical and ethical standards that will be carried into decision-making processes, adhere to compliance measures, establish and promote an atmosphere of unity through collaborative practice and effective communication between all staff disciplines, and foster a high level of patient and staff satisfaction. Residents and certified ophthalmic medical technicians assist with patient care and ancillary testing.

Required Qualifications: 

• Candidate must have completed an Optometry Residency with advanced training in Contact Lens Fitting and Ocular Disease
• Must possess/maintain or be eligible for a full, unrestricted license to practice Optometry in the State of Virginia
• Must demonstrate expertise working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or a commitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU

Preferred Qualifications:  N/A

Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity, affirmative action university providing access to education and employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, political affiliation, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, or disability.

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