Academic Optometrist: Contact Lens & Ocular Disease

Virginia Commonwealth University; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center in Richmond, VA, seeks a residency-trained optometrist with experience in contact lens fitting and ocular disease to lead a clinical practice within the Ophthalmology department. The position involves direct patient care in two outpatient settings, including the Main Campus and a suburban satellite location.

The role supports a 12-resident ophthalmology training program and requires maintaining high clinical standards and strong teamwork with all

Qualifications

• Residency-trained optometrist with advanced training in contact lens fitting and ocular disease.
• Current, full and unrestricted license to practice optometry in Virginia is required.
• Clinical proficiency in outpatient patient care and collaboration with ophthalmology team.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in two outpatient settings including Main Campus and satellite location.
• Contribute to a 12-resident ophthalmology training program as a faculty member.
• Maintain high clinical and ethical standards, support compliance, and foster collaborative practice.

Skills

Optometry Residency

Contact Lens Fitting

Ocular Disease Expertise

Education

Licensed Optometrist in Virginia

Job description

Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center in Richmond, VA, seeks a residency-trained optometrist with experience in contact lens fitting and ocular disease to lead a clinical practice within the Ophthalmology department. The position involves direct patient care in two outpatient settings, including the Main Campus and a suburban satellite location.

The role supports a 12-resident ophthalmology training program and requires maintaining high clinical standards and strong teamwork with all