Optometrist

AEG Vision • Tinley Park, IL

5d

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 establishing patient relationships and educating patients about eyecare. The Optometrist evaluates vision and eye health, diagnoses sight problems and eye diseases, prescribes corrective eyewear and medications, and recommends or provides appropriate treatments. The position also includes pre- and postoperative care, referrals to other healthcare providers when appropriate, and counseling patients on eye health and contact-lens care. The Optometrist communicates recommendations to opticians and other sales staff to help patients choose suitable lenses, coatings, and designs.

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.
• Instruct, recommend, and advise patients on options for addressing refractive errors, systemic and ocular disease, and visual needs.
• Hand off patients to support staff with a recap discussion.
• Generate patient loyalty and promote the profession of Optometry and Acuity Eyecare Group values.
• Diagnose sight problems, such as nearsightedness or 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 for patients undergoing eye surgery, including examinations 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.
• Clearly communicate recommendations to opticians and other sales staff regarding lenses, coatings, and designs.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

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