Optometrist - Pediatrics

Eye Clinic of Wisconsin; Town of Wausau (WI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative practice with ophthalmic

Travel to ECOW locations

Competitive compensation

Comprehensive benefits

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Eye Clinic of Wisconsin is seeking an Optometrist – Pediatrics to provide comprehensive eye and vision care for patients of all ages, with a focus on pediatric populations. You will perform routine and medical eye exams, diagnose and manage ocular diseases, and deliver patient-centered care.

The role requires collaboration with ophthalmologists, technicians, and staff to ensure excellent outcomes. Responsibilities include pediatric eye exams, prescribing corrections, obtaining diagnostic tests,

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited program.
• Current Wisconsin optometry license or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience in pediatric optometry.
• Strong clinical, diagnostic, and patient communication skills.
• Ability to work with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
• Commitment to exceptional patient care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations for pediatric patients.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage refractive errors and ocular diseases.
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other corrections.
• Evaluate and manage conditions within scope of practice.
• Perform diagnostic testing including visual fields, imaging, OCT.
• Provide pediatric eye care, including screenings and amblyopia management.
• Educate patients and families on eye health and treatment plans.
• Collaborate with ophthalmologists and other providers on referrals and co-management.
• Maintain accurate EMR documentation.
• Ensure compliance with clinic policies and standards.
• Participate in outreach and practice development initiatives.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Patient communication

Education

OD degree

Wisconsin license

Job description

The Optometrist – Pediatrics provides comprehensive eye and vision care for patients of all ages, with a focus on pediatric populations. Responsibilities include performing routine and medical eye examinations, diagnosing and managing ocular diseases, prescribing corrective lenses, and delivering exceptional patient-centered care. The Optometrist - Pediatrics works collaboratively with ophthalmologists, technicians, and administrative staff to ensure high-quality clinical outcomes and an excellent patient experience.

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations for primarily pediatric patients.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage refractive errors, binocular vision disorders, and common ocular diseases.
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision correction options.
• Evaluate and manage conditions such as dry eye, glaucoma, diabetic eye disease, cataracts, macular degeneration, conjunctivitis, and other ocular disorders within scope of practice.
• Perform and interpret diagnostic testing, including visual field testing, retinal imaging, OCT, and other ophthalmic evaluations.
• Provide pediatric eye care services, including vision screenings, amblyopia management, strabismus evaluations, and myopia management.
• Educate patients and families regarding eye health, treatment plans, preventive care, and vision correction options.
• Collaborate with ophthalmologists and other healthcare providers regarding referrals, co-management, and continuity of care.
• Maintain accurate and timely electronic medical record documentation.
• Ensure compliance with clinic policies, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in practice development and community outreach initiatives as appropriate.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry program.
• Current Wisconsin optometry license or eligibility for licensure.
• Experience in pediatric optometry.
• Strong clinical, diagnostic, and patient communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with patients of all ages and backgrounds.
• Commitment to providing exceptional patient care and service.

Benefits of Joining our Team

• Collaborative practice environment with ophthalmology support.
• Established patient base and strong referral network.
• Modern diagnostic technology and clinical resources.
• Competitive compensation and comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and continuing education.
• Travel to other ECOW locations will be required.