Optometrist: Flexible Schedule + Relocation & CME Support

Novant Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive medical benefits

Retirement benefits

Paid leave

Malpractice coverage

Work-life balance

NH Medical Group employment

Job summary

Novant Health Coastal Region is seeking an Optometrist to perform comprehensive eye exams, diagnose and treat eye diseases, and manage vision care with modern diagnostic tools. You will prescribe glasses, contacts, and medications, while educating patients on eye health and safety.

The role includes evaluating patients, providing pre- and post-operative care where applicable, and collaborating with specialists to ensure high-quality outcomes.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry degree required.
• Current state licensure in NC and applicable certifications.
• Strong knowledge of ocular anatomy, pathology, and pharmacology.
• Excellent communication, decision-making, and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency with modern optometric diagnostic and therapeutic tools.

Responsibilities

• Examine eyes using instruments and meds to assess vision and diseases.
• Prescribe and fit eyeglasses, contacts, and other vision aids.
• Prescribe meds to treat eye diseases and manage test results.
• Provide vision therapy and low-vision rehabilitation as needed.
• Educate patients on contact lenses, eye health, and safety.
• Coordinate pre/post-operative care for eye surgeries and refer when needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Decision making

Interpersonal skills

Diagnostic reasoning

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Tools

Optometric tools

Job description

Novant Health Coastal Region is seeking an Optometrist to perform comprehensive eye exams, diagnose and treat eye diseases, and manage vision care with modern diagnostic tools. You will prescribe glasses, contacts, and medications, while educating patients on eye health and safety.

The role includes evaluating patients, providing pre- and post-operative care where applicable, and collaborating with specialists to ensure high-quality outcomes.