Optometrist Jobs
An Optometrist is a key professional in the optometry field, responsible for diagnosing and treating visual disorders and ailments. They conduct thorough eye exams to assess a patient's visual acuity and depth perception, as well as identify any potential eye diseases such as glaucoma or cataracts. Optometrists are also equipped to prescribe corrective lenses or spectacles and provide advice on proper eye health management. In some cases, they may also participate in pre or post-operative care for surgical patients.
Important skills for an Optometrist include excellent attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and good hand-eye coordination. They must also possess strong communication skills to explain complex medical information to patients. To practice, Optometrists need a Doctor of Optometry degree and must be licensed in their practicing state, which involves passing the National Board of Examiners in Optometry exam. Prior to becoming an Optometrist, a person may have roles such as an Optometric Technician, Optician, or Vision Therapist to gain practical experience and knowledge in the field.
PT or FT Optometrist - Fredericksburg, VA
- Eye Care Partners
- Fredericksburg, VA
- 11 hours ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Fredericksburg, VA
- 11 hours ago
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Our Optometrists manage a variety of anterior and posterior ocular disease to their comfort level. Our office is equipped with the latest digital eye care technology from best-in-class vendors....
We provide care for a wide spectrum of ocular disease in rural Southern New Mexico with optometry and ophthalmology working closely together....
Optometrist wanted for fun, warm practice with 3 locations throughout Maryland
- Pediatric Eye Care of Maryland
- Baltimore, MD
- 21 hours ago
- Pediatric Eye Care of Maryland
- Baltimore, MD
- 21 hours ago
Our MD’s are pediatric ophthalmologists, and our optometrists see patients of all ages. We have a busy contact lens practice primarily managed by the optometrists and an optical shop....
In addition, our team is highly trained to perform pre-testing, contact lens training, prior authorization, referrals and dilation....
- Perspectives Eye Care
- Winchester, VA
- 21 hours ago
- Perspectives Eye Care
- Winchester, VA
- 21 hours ago
Optometrist needed in Winchester, VA 22601 Job Description: Provide comprehensive, efficient eye care services and patient education Utilize electronic medical records and ensure HIPAA compliance Be...
Our practice is equipped with state of the art equiptment including Zeiss OCT, clarus 500, 745 Field Analyzer, Nidek Auto Refractor and Nidek TRS 5100....
Optometrist - Clearwater/St. Petersburg, FL
- Eye Care Partners
- Saint Petersburg, FL
- 21 hours ago
- Eye Care Partners
- Saint Petersburg, FL
- 21 hours ago
Petersburg and Tampa - Hyde Park locations. is an established and well-maintained practice with five convenient eye care locations, the Largo Ambulatory Surgery Center, the Weinstock Laser Eye Center...
- Ophthalmology Specialist of Queens, PLLC
- Corona, NY
- 21 hours ago
- Ophthalmology Specialist of Queens, PLLC
- Corona, NY
- 21 hours ago
Responsibilities: Conduct Comprehensive eye exams to assess and diagnose patients' vision conditions. Prescribe and fit eyeglasses or contact lenses based on patient needs....
Job Expectations: Perform comprehensive eye exams including visual field testing, pre-testing, keratometry, refraction, and more....
Requirements: Experience with Contact Lens fitting and prescriptions Proficiency in Eye Care and treatment Doctor of Optometry degree required PA license required Knowledge of Ocular Disease diagnosis...
What You Will Do: Perform Eye Exams which include refraction....
We are Eyes&Optics located in Bronx at 56 East 170th Street, Bronx, New York 10452 This a tremendous opportunity to practice full scope Optometry including treatment and management of ocular diseases...
- Blue Oaks Eyecare
- Roseville, CA
- 1 day ago
- Blue Oaks Eyecare
- Roseville, CA
- 1 day ago
We want to hire an optometrist working 2-3 days a week to provide excellent eye care to patients, utilizing digital phoropters, OCT, Optomap, fundus camera, etc......
ocular diseases....
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- Contact Lens
- Visual Field Testing
- Eye Care
- Doctor of Optometry
- Ocular Disease
- Optometry
- Autorefractor
- Optical Coherence Tomography
- Tonometry
- Pre-Testing
- Keratometry
- Refraction
- Diabetic Retinopathy
- Fundus Photography
- Optomap
- Dry Eye
- Optical Sales
- Contact Lens Fitting
- Glaucoma Management
- Myopia Control
- OfficeMate
- Eye Exams
- Cataract
- LASIK
- Patient Recall
- Vision Therapy
- Humphrey Visual Field
- Refractive Surgery
- Slit Lamp Exam
- Low Vision
- Postoperative Care
- Ophthalmology
- Visual Acuity
- Primary Care
- Surgery
- Diagnosis
- Long-Term Disability
- Electronic Health Record
- Claims
- Patient Care
- Organizational Development
- Electronic Medical Records
- Merchandising
- Ordering
- HIPAA
- Health Care
- Military Background
- Retail
- Friendliness
- Documentation
- Sales
- Policy Development
- Organization
- Customer Service
- Scheduling
- Leadership
- Communication Skills
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