Optometrist

Partners Insight; New London (CT); On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Job summary

A family-oriented practice group is seeking an Optometrist to provide full-service vision care. Responsibilities include conducting eye exams, diagnosing conditions, and prescribing corrective lenses. The ideal candidate will be detail-oriented and possess excellent patient care skills.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Student loan assistance

Tuition assistance

Qualifications

• Licensed optometrist or in the process of acquiring license.
• In-depth understanding of eye conditions.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye exams and vision tests.
• Diagnose defects of the eye and prescribe corrective lenses.
• Advise patients on proper eye care techniques.

Skills

Detail Oriented

Patient Care

Communication

Education

Degree in Optometry

4th year of Optometry school

Job description

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Base pay range

$145,000.00/yr - $155,000.00/yr

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Our client is a family-oriented practice group that provides full-service vision care for children and adults. Their friendly, comfortable, and professional offices are located inside select retail locations.

Job Description

Optometrist responsibilities include analyzing vision tests, diagnosing potential vision imparities, and prescribing corrective lenses and eyeglasses. To be successful in this role, the optometrist should be detail oriented, able to treat patients with kindness and discretion, from young children to the elderly. Ultimately, you will ensure the accurate diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and injuries.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye exams and vision tests

• Diagnose defects of the eye, such as myopia, astigmatism, and glaucoma

• Provide personalized temporary and permanent solutions to visual imparities based on each patient’s specific case and medical history

• Prescribe medications, eyeglasses, and contact lenses

• Advise patients on proper eye care techniques

• Keep updated and accurate medical records for all patients

• Advise patients on how to use and maintain their contact lenses

• Co-management of patients with local Ophthalmologists

Requirements

• Degree in Optometry, or currently enrolled in your 4th year of Optometry school

• In-depth understanding of eye conditions and vision defects

• The ability to explain medical terms in a clear and concise manner

Note - to be considered for this position, you need to be a licensed optometrist, in the process of acquiring your Optometrist License, or currently enrolled in your 4th year of Optometry school.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Not Applicable

Employment type

• Employment type

  Full-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Retail Apparel and Fashion, Medical Practices, and Hospitals and Health Care

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Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Student loan assistance

Tuition assistance

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