Instructor Optometrist
University of Colorado•Aurora, CO
•$108,000 - $140,000•Onsite
About The Position
The Department of Ophthalmology at the University of Colorado School of Medicine is seeking applicants for a full time (1.0FTE) Instructor - Optometrist in comprehensive care or sub-specialty care in Glaucoma, Cornea, Retina, Uveitis, Oculoplastics and Neuro-Ophthalmology. The position will provide outpatient medical and perioperative management of ophthalmic disorders, routine eye screening, visual acuity testing, and refraction at SAREC and affiliate sites of practice within the Denver metropolitan area.
Requirements
- Doctor of Optometry or equivalent degree
- Completed an approved residency program in optometry
- Must have a Colorado medical license or be eligible
Nice To Haves
- Previous work experience in an academic or hospital based healthcare environment is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Responsible for direct patient care at the Sue Anschutz Rodgers Eye Center (SAREC) and UCD affiliates in the medical
- Management of medical and perioperative ophthalmic disorders, routine eye screening, visual acuity testing, and refraction
- Provides pre and postoperative management of cataract and refractive surgery patients.
- Prescribe eyeglasses.
Benefits
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10%25 of your gross pay
- Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 10/year
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
