Optometrist |Ophthalmology | SOM | M89833

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine; Richmond (VA); On-site; USD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible work arrangement: Other

Job summary

Virginia Commonwealth University School of Medicine in Richmond seeks a residency-trained optometrist to lead an established clinical practice with direct patient care in two outpatient settings, including our Main Campus and a suburban satellite location.

The successful candidate will collaborate with residents and certified ophthalmic staff, uphold high clinical and ethical standards, and contribute to the department's 12-resident ophthalmology training program.

Qualifications

• Completion of an Optometry Residency with advanced training in Contact Lens Fitting and Ocular Disease.
• Current, full, unrestricted license to practice optometry in the Commonwealth of Virginia.

Responsibilities

• Provide direct patient care in two outpatient settings (Main Campus and satellite location).
• Collaborate with residents and ophthalmic staff to support patient care and testing.

Skills

Contact lens fitting

Ocular disease

Clinical practice

Education

Optometry residency

Virginia license to practice optometry

Job description

Advertising Summary: Virginia Commonwealth University (VCU) School of Medicine is a premier academic medical center located in the heart of Richmond. Accounting for almost half of VCU’s sponsored research, the School of Medicine is internationally recognized for patient care and education. Virginia Commonwealth University is an equal opportunity employer.
Unit: School Of Medicine MBU
Department: Ophthalmology
Department Summary The Department of Ophthalmology at the Virginia Commonwealth University Medical Center is seeking a residency-trained Optometrist with experience in contact lens fitting and ocular disease. As a member of our faculty, the successful candidate will be responsible for an established clinical practice with direct patient care in two outpatient settings including our Main Campus and our suburban satellite location. Our department supports a 12 resident ophthalmology training program with a full 5 year ACGME Accreditation.
The successful candidate must maintain high clinical and ethical standards that will be carried into decision-making processes, adhere to compliance measures, establish and promote an atmosphere of unity through collaborative practice and effective communication between all staff disciplines, and foster a high level of patient and staff satisfaction. Residents and certified ophthalmic medical technicians assist with patient care and ancillary testing.
Qualifications Minimum Qualifications

• Candidate must have completed an Optometry Residency, with advanced training in Contact Lens Fitting and Ocular Disease.
• Candidate must also possess/maintain a current, full and unrestricted license to practice optometry in the State of Virginia.
  

Salary Range: Commensurate with experience
FLSA Exemption Status: Exempt
ORP Eligible: No
Flexible Work Arrangement: Other
Rank: Open
Restricted: No
Tenure: Ineligible
Months: 12 months
Contact Name: Brenda Ayala
Contact Email: [e-mail]