Optometrist

Pearle Vision - Uniontown•South Union Township, 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 and the visual system, diagnosing impairments, prescribing corrective lenses and therapeutic medications, and providing treatment. The Optometrist also counsels patients on vision care and surgical or non-surgical options, coordinates care with other medical practitioners, and transitions patients to optical staff with prescription information.

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.
Ability to deal tactfully with patients.
Strong attention to detail.
Manual dexterity.

Responsibilities

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