Optometrist

AEG Vision • Colorado Springs, CO

6d

About The Position

The Optometrist conducts eye examinations for Acuity Eyecare Group and practices to the full capacity of their license. The role supports practice growth by building patient relationships and educating patients about eye care. The Optometrist evaluates patients’ visual needs and ocular and general health, diagnoses vision problems and eye diseases, prescribes corrective lenses and medications, and recommends or provides appropriate treatments and follow-up care. The role also promotes eye health, coordinates care with other healthcare providers and practice staff, and communicates lens recommendations to opticians and other sales staff.

Requirements

• Doctorate of Optometry from a credentialed institution.
• Must have passed all optometric state boards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eye examinations and perform vision tests; analyze the results.
• Establish long-term patient relationships through appropriate patient care and education.
• Interview patients before examinations to determine health and ocular history, medical issues, reasons for the visit, and visual wants and needs.
• Explain and advise patients about options for addressing refractive errors, systemic and ocular disease, and visual needs.
• Recap the discussion when handing the patient off to support staff.
• Build patient loyalty and promote Optometry and Acuity Eyecare Group values.
• Diagnose sight problems, including nearsightedness and farsightedness, and eye diseases.
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medications.
• Recommend or provide treatments such as vision therapy or low-vision rehabilitation, as applicable to the brand.
• Provide pre- and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery, such as examining patients after cataract or refractive surgery.
• Evaluate patients for diseases such as diabetes and refer them to other healthcare providers within the appropriate timeframe.
• Counsel patients on eye health, including contact lens cleaning and wear and how often to have eye examinations.
• Communicate appropriate recommendations to opticians and other sales staff for lenses, coatings, and designs.

Benefits

• 401(k) with match
• Medical, dental, life, short-term disability, and long-term disability coverage
• Vision Service Plan
• Employee vision discount program
• HSA/FSA
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree