Optometrist

Uniontown•Uniontown, PA

21d

About The Position

The Optometrist provides patient care by diagnosing and treating conditions and diseases of the eye and visual system. The role includes examining eyes, identifying vision problems or impairments, prescribing corrective lenses and therapeutic medications, and providing appropriate treatment. The Optometrist also counsels patients on options suited to their visual needs and lifestyle, coordinates care with other practitioners, and helps patients transition to optical services.

Requirements

Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited optometry school.
Successful completion of the National Board examination and a National, Regional, or State clinical examination.
Business acumen, self-discipline, and the ability to deal tactfully with patients.
Strong attention to detail and manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

Examine patients’ eyes and provide vision services and eye exams.
Diagnose vision problems and eye conditions, including nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and conjunctivitis.
Prescribe medications, low-vision rehabilitation, vision therapy, spectacle lenses, and contact lenses.
Prescribe and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses, and provide low-vision aids and vision therapy.
Counsel patients about surgical and non-surgical options that address their visual needs, occupations, avocations, and lifestyles.
Identify patients’ eyewear needs and recommend products to support vision and eye health.
Participate in pre-operative or post-operative care for patients who need surgery.
Communicate with patients to obtain detailed case histories and provide advice and reassurance about vision-related matters.
Write referral communications to doctors and liaise with other medical practitioners when needed.
Share in the care of patients with chronic ophthalmic conditions.
Transition patients to the optical department and communicate prescription information to the Optician or eyewear consultant.
Meet sales targets for spectacles or contact lenses.