Optometrist OptimEyes

Henry Ford Health•Westland, MI

21d

About The Position

The Optometrist at Henry Ford Health's OptimEyes delivers comprehensive, compassionate eye care and contributes to the practice's clinical excellence and growth. The role works collaboratively with the General Manager, clinical leadership, and the Department of Ophthalmology to support patient care and practice performance. The position provides primary eye care, including ocular health evaluations, refractive services, contact lens prescriptions and management, and evidence-based diagnosis and management of acute and chronic eye diseases. Depending on training and expertise, the Optometrist may also provide specialty services such as medically necessary contact lens fitting and dry eye management. The role includes supporting staff development, clinic coverage and staffing coordination, referral and external partnerships, professional development, and OptimEyes initiatives.

Requirements

Successful completion of a program from a school of Optometry.
Previous direct patient care experience.
Licensed as an Optometrist in the State of Michigan.
T.P.A./D.P.A. certification.
Must meet or exceed the core customer service responsibilities, standards, and behaviors outlined in Henry Ford Health System's Customer Service Policy.
Must practice customer service skills provided through ongoing training and in-services.

Nice To Haves

Experience in primary care optometry.

Responsibilities

Deliver comprehensive primary eye care, including ocular health evaluations, refractive services, and contact lens prescriptions and management.
Diagnose and manage acute and chronic eye diseases using evidence-based medical care.
Provide specialty services, such as medically necessary contact lens fitting and dry eye management, based on training and expertise.
Maintain professional care standards and clinical best practices.
Collaborate with clinical leadership to support seamless eye care for all patient populations.
Mentor and support ancillary staff development.
Serve as a clinical role model for compassionate, quality care.
Contribute to professional staffing planning and clinic coverage coordination.
Build relationships with Henry Ford Medical Centers, emergency departments, and system partners to expand referral networks.
Develop partnerships with external organizations, including pharmacies and healthcare facilities, to enhance patient access to care.
Maintain professional relationships that support practice growth.
Pursue continuing education and professional development to advance expertise and maintain licensure.
Participate in office and staff meetings and contribute to practice improvement initiatives.
Support practice-building programs and strategic initiatives that advance OptimEyes' mission.