Staff Physician, Optometrist - Ophthalmology, McGovern Medical School

UTHealth; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at UTHealth Houston seeks an optometrist to perform refractive assessments and patient management. This role offers both clinical and potential administrative responsibilities in a stimulating environment with competitive salaries and extensive benefits.

Qualifications

• Degree in optometry required.
• Texas Medical License or eligibility for a Texas Temporary License.

Responsibilities

• Perform refractive assessments and manage patients.
• Screen and triage patients requesting same-day appointments.
• Possibility of administrative opportunities.

Skills

Patient Management

Clinical Assessment

Refractive Surgery Experience

Education

Degree in Optometry

Texas Medical License or Temporary License

Job description

The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences, McGovern Medical Schoolat UTHealth Houston,is seeking an optometrist to join our department.UTHealth Houston has an extremely stimulating environment with unparalleled opportunities. The department offers competitive salaries and extensive benefits for our faculty.

Position Key Accountabilities:

The Ruiz Department of Ophthalmology at UTHealth Houston is looking for an individual to serve an integral role in our department. Clinical responsibilities will in part be shaped by the provider's skills and interests, and will include both refractive assessment and management, as well as medical management of patients. Specifically, job responsibilities will include screening and triaging of patients requesting same-day appointments. Preference will be given to individuals with experience in management of refractive surgery patients. Work locations may include our Cizik Eye Clinic location in the Texas Medical Center and/or our future location at Bellaire Station. This position may potentially have administrative opportunities at Bellaire Station.

This is a staff position; however, should academic potential be demonstrated, transitioning to an academic appointment may be considered.

Qualifications:

The selected candidate for the position must have a degree in optometry and a Texas Medical License or be eligible for a Texas Temporary License.

For further information, please email Suzanne Suarez at [e-mail].