Optometrist

Tufts Medical Center; Boston, Evanston Township (MA, IL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading medical center in Boston seeks a dedicated optometrist to provide primary eye care in a multidisciplinary setting. The role involves performing comprehensive eye exams, managing patient care, and supervising ophthalmic technicians. Candidates should possess a Doctor of Optometry degree and relevant licensure, with a commitment to quality patient care and collaboration. Join a diverse team focused on excellence in eye health.

Qualifications

• One year of experience in optometry required.
• Completion of a 1-year residency program preferred.

Responsibilities

• Performs comprehensive eye exams and interprets results.
• Supervises daily workflow of ophthalmic technicians.
• Documents patient charts and maintains insurance credentials.

Skills

Attention to Detail

Effective Communication

Knowledge of Eye Terminology

Ability to Work in Fast-Paced Environment

Education

Doctor of Optometry

MA Board Certified in Optometry

MA Optometry License

Job description

Job Profile Summary

This role focuses on providing medical and clinical support services to patients. It involves performing ophthalmology duties such as vision assessments, eye surgeries, and managing eye diseases in patients with systemic illnesses. The position may also involve directing lower-level professionals or managing processes and programs, primarily overseeing the design, implementation, or delivery of processes, programs, and policies using specialized knowledge typically acquired through advanced education. It is a specialist-level role, often managing large projects or processes with limited oversight.

Job Overview

Under the direction of the Chief of Ophthalmology or designated physicians, this position practices optometry within professional standards and law, providing primary eye care within a multidisciplinary setting.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications:

1. Doctor of Optometry
2. MA Board certified in Optometry
3. MA Optometry license
4. One (1) year of experience in optometry

Preferred Qualifications:

1. Completion of a 1-year American Academy of Optometry approved residency program

Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Performs routine and comprehensive eye exams with diagnostic pharmaceutical agents, including history, entrance exams, slit lamp exam, tonometry, refraction, retinal exam, and optic nerve evaluation. Additional testing may include Amsler Grid, Keratometry, Ultrasonography, and more.
2. Interprets exam results to identify pathology and makes referrals when necessary. Monitors patients with limited pathology using approved pharmacological agents.
3. Evaluates patients for contact lenses, including therapeutic and cosmetic lenses.
4. Evaluates low vision patients and understands low vision devices and their applications.
5. Teaches residents and technicians skills within their scope of practice.
6. Documents patient charts and billing information.
7. Maintains insurance credentials for plan participation.
8. Participates in clinical quality assurance programs.
9. Maintains collaborative relationships with peers and colleagues.
10. Performs other related duties as required.
11. Supervises daily workflow and activities of ophthalmic technicians.
12. Hires, evaluates, and disciplines ophthalmic technicians in collaboration with leadership.

Physical Requirements

Normal office work environment for outpatient care.

Skills & Abilities

1. Knowledge of eye terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
2. High attention to detail.
3. Ability to work in a fast-paced environment.
4. Knowledge of computer software and hardware.
5. Effective communication with patients, physicians, and staff.
6. Ability to explain procedures and manage patient apprehension.

Tufts Medicine is committed to diversity and inclusion, providing reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities. For accommodation requests, contact [e-mail].