Responsibilities Establish long‑term patient relationships through proper patient care and education Perform verbal interview with patient prior to examination to determine health and ocular history, medical issues, reasons for their visit as well as their visual wants and needs Instruct, recommend and advise patients on options for remediation of ametropias, systemic and ocular disease, and visual needs; provide post‑examination support to staff Generate patient loyalty and promote the profession of Optometry and Acuity Eyecare Group values Perform vision tests and analyze results Diagnose sight 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 (brand specific) Provide pre‑ and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery, e.g., examining a patient’s eyes the day after cataract or refractive surgery Evaluate patients for diseases such as diabetes and refer appropriately within the proper time frame Promote eye health by counseling patients, including instructions on contact lens cleaning and wear and recommended eye examinations Clearly communicate to opticians and sales personnel appropriate recommendations for the best possible lenses with the latest technology coatings and designs Qualifications Doctorate of Optometry from a credentialed institution Pass all optometric state boards Practice experience and knowledge of Acuity Eyecare group procedures Benefits 401(k) with Match Vision Service Plan Employee Vision Discount Program HSA/FSA PTO Paid Holidays Medical, Dental, Life, STD and LTD coverage Physical Demands This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize necessary equipment, and move about the office Compensation $100,000 - $184,000 yearly Employment Type Full‑time Location On‑Site EEO is the Law. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity, sexual orientation, national origin, disability or age. #J-18808-Ljbffr
Optometrist: Elevate Eye Care & Patient Loyalty
RADNET, INC.
alamosa, alamosa
Published 4 days ago
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