Assistant Professor, Optometrist

EVMS • Norfolk, VA

12d • Onsite

About The Position

The Department of Ophthalmology at Eastern Virginia Medical School is seeking a faculty member in optometry. The department serves as the ophthalmic referral center for eastern Virginia and nearby North Carolina, with a primary service area of more than 2 million people. The position combines clinical practice with support for the department’s educational and/or research missions. Rank and salary will be commensurate with experience.

Applicants should submit a cover letter, CV, and contact information for three references to Peter A. Netland, MD, PhD, Professor and Chair, Department of Ophthalmology, Eastern Virginia Medical School. For information about the application process, contact Stephanie Ratcliffe. Eastern Virginia Medical School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Requirements

• OD degree.
• Board of Optometry certification or eligibility.
• Commitment to a career in academic optometry, with an interest in combining clinical practice with education and/or research.

Nice To Haves

• Additional training in primary eye care, contact lens, low vision, or other specialty areas of optometry.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye exams, including refraction, anterior and posterior exams, and eye health assessments.
• Diagnose and manage ocular surface disease, glaucoma, other ocular diseases, and urgent care presentations.
• Collaborate with ophthalmology to provide primary eye care.
• Diagnose and manage patients receiving primary eye care.
• Provide patient education for diagnoses found during examination.
• Maintain timely and accurate medical records in accordance with HIPAA and CMS guidelines.
• Support the educational mission of the Department as needed.
• Support the research mission of the Department as needed.
• Perform other duties as determined by the Chair of the Ophthalmology Department.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level