Optometrist

AEG Vision; Chehalis (WA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) with Match

Medical/Dental/Life/STD/LTD

Vision Service Plan

Employee Vision Discount Program

HSA/FSA

PTO

Paid Holidays

Benefits applicable to full Time Empl.

Job summary

A leading optometry group in Chehalis, Washington, is seeking a full-time optometrist to conduct eye exams, establish patient relationships, and provide comprehensive eye care. The ideal candidate will have a Doctorate of Optometry and be proficient in diagnosing sight problems, prescribing lenses, and offering pre- and postoperative care. Benefits include a 401(k) with match, medical and vision plans, and paid time off. Join our team to promote eye health and enhance patient experiences.

Qualifications

• Doctorate of Optometry from a credentialed institution.
• Must have passed all optometric state boards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eye exams and establish patient relationships.
• Diagnose sight problems and eye diseases.
• Recommend eyeglasses, contact lenses, and treatments.
• Provide pre- and postoperative care for eye surgery.
• Evaluate patients for diseases like diabetes.
• Diagnose sight problems such as myopia or hyperopia and eye diseases.
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medications.
• Recommend or provide treatments such as vision therapy or low-vision rehabilitation.
• Provide pre- and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery and examine eyes after cataract or refractive surgery.
• Evaluate patients for diseases like diabetes and refer to other healthcare providers when needed.
• Promote eye health by counseling patients on contact lens care and eye examinations.
• Communicate recommendations clearly to opticians and sales staff for best lens options.

Skills

Patient relationship building

Vision testing

Diagnostic skills

Medication prescribing

Communication skills

Education

Doctorate of Optometry

Passed all optometric state boards

Job description

#13937

Chehalis, Washington, USA

Full-time

Job Description

The optometrist will conduct eye exams for Acuity Eyecare group and strive to practice to the full capacity of their license. The optometrist will support practice growth by establishing patient relationships and education to the patient on eyecare.

• Establishing long term patient relationships through proper patient care and education
• Performs verbal interview with patient prior to examination to determine health and ocular history, medical issues, reasons for their visit as well their visual wants and needs
• Instructs, recommends and advises patients as to their options for remediation of ametropias, systemic and ocular disease as well as visual wants and needs. Hands‑off patient to support staff with recap discussion
• Ability to generate patient loyalty and promote the profession of Optometry and Acuity Eyecare Group values
• Perform vision tests and analyze results
• Diagnose sight problems, such as nearsightedness or farsightedness and eye diseases
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medications
• Recommend or provide treatments such as vision therapy or low‑vision rehabilitation (brand specific)
• Provide pre‑ and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery—for example, examining a patient’s eyes the day after cataract or refractive surgery
• Evaluate patients for the presence of diseases such as diabetes and refer patients to other healthcare providers within the proper time frame
• Promote eye health by counseling patients, including explaining how to clean and wear contact lenses how often to have their eyes examined
• Clearly communicating to the opticians and other sales people appropriate recommendations for the best possible lenses with the latest highest technology coatings and designs.

Requirements

• Doctorate of Optometry from a credentialed institution
• Must have passed all optometric state boards

Benefits

• 401(k) with Match
• Medical/Dental/Life/STD/LTD
• Vision Service Plan
• Employee Vision Discount Program
• HSA/FSA
• PTO
• Paid Holidays
• Benefits applicable to full Time Employees only.

Physical Demands

• This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the office.