Optometrist | Ophthalmology | SOM | M67944

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center's Department of Ophthalmology seeks a residency-trained optometrist with advanced training in contact lens fitting and ocular disease to join our clinical team. The role includes direct patient care in two outpatient settings, including our main campus and suburban satellite location.

The candidate will participate in our 12-resident ophthalmology training program, uphold high clinical and ethical standards, and collaborate across staff disciplines

Qualifications

• Residency-trained optometrist with advanced contact lens fitting and ocular disease experience.
• Current and unrestricted Virginia optometry license.
• Commitment to professionalism and civility with a diverse faculty, staff and students.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in two outpatient settings including main campus and satellite clinic.
• Maintain high clinical and ethical standards and promote patient and staff satisfaction.

Skills

Contact Lens Fitting

Ocular Disease

Clinical Practice

Education

Optometry Residency

Virginia Optometry License

Job description

This is an MCV Physicians job posting and opportunity. This isnot a Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) job posting. None ofthe information or duties below is part of a job offered byVCU.

Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is apremier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond.Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the Schoolof Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care andeducation. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunityemployer.

Unit: School Of Medicine

Department: Ophthalmology

Duties & Responsibilities:

Mission or Goal of Unit: The Department of Ophthalmology atthe Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center supports alarge health system providing both primary and tertiary care. Asacademic physicians in the evolving field of ophthalmology, westrive to improve the vision and eye health of all people byexcelling in patient care, education and research.

Chief Purpose of this position: The Department ofOphthalmology at the Virginia Commonwealth University MedicalCenter is seeking a residency-trained Optometrist with experiencein contact lens fitting and ocular disease. As a member of ourfaculty, the candidate will be responsible for an establishedclinical practice with direct patient care in two outpatientsettings including our main campus and our suburban satellitelocation. Our department supports a 12 resident ophthalmologytraining program with a full 5 year ACGME Accreditation.

Position Responsibilities: The candidate must maintain highclinical and ethical standards that will be carried intodecision-making processes, adhere to compliance measures, establishand promote an atmosphere of unity through collaborative practiceand effective communication between all staff disciplines, andfoster a high level of patient and staff satisfaction. Residentsand certified ophthalmic medical technicians assist with patientcare and ancillary testing.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• Candidate must have completed an Optometry Residency, withadvanced training in Contact Lens Fitting and Ocular Disease.
• Candidate must also possess/maintain a current, full andunrestricted license to practice optometry in the State ofVirginia.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment ofrespect, professionalism and civility with a population of faculty,staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or acommitment to do so as a faculty member at VCU.

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience

Rank: Open

Tenure: Ineligible

Months: 12 months

Contact Name: Ashley Krauss

Contact Email: [e-mail]