Optometrist

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