Optometrist

AEG Vision•Holly Springs, NC

13d

About The Position

The Optometrist conducts eye examinations for Acuity Eyecare Group and strives to practice to the full capacity of their license. The role supports practice growth by building patient relationships and educating patients about eye care. The Optometrist assesses patients’ visual and ocular health, recommends and provides appropriate care, and communicates recommendations to support staff and opticians.

Requirements

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

Responsibilities

Conduct eye examinations and vision tests, and analyze results.
Build 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, recommend, and advise patients about options for addressing refractive errors, systemic and ocular disease, and their visual needs; recap the discussion when handing the patient off to support staff.
Generate patient loyalty and promote the optometry profession and Acuity Eyecare Group values.
Diagnose vision 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 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 proper time frame.
Counsel patients on eye health, including contact lens cleaning and use and how often to have eye examinations.
Clearly communicate recommendations to opticians and other sales staff regarding appropriate lenses, coatings, and designs.