About this opportunity
AEG Vision lists this Optometrist opportunity in sandusky, Ohio. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job Description
The optometrist will conduct eye exams for the Acuity Eyecare group and strive to practice to the full capacity of their license. The optometrist will support practice growth by establishing patient relationships and educating patients on eye care.
Establishing long‑term patient relationships through proper patient care and education
Performing 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
Instructing, recommending and advising patients as to their options for remediation of ametropias, systemic and ocular disease as well as visual wants and needs, and communicating with opticians and sales people regarding best possible lenses, latest technologies, coatings and designs
Generating patient loyalty and promoting the profession of Optometry and Acuity Eyecare Group values
Performing vision tests and analyzing results
Diagnosing sight problems such as nearsightedness, farsightedness and eye diseases
Prescribing eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medications
Recommending or providing treatments such as vision therapy or low‑vision rehabilitation (brand specific)
Providing pre‑ and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery (e.g., examining a patient’s eyes the day after cataract or refractive surgery)
Evaluating patients for the presence of diseases such as diabetes and referring them to other healthcare providers within the proper time frame
Promoting eye health by counseling patients, including explaining how to clean and wear contact lenses and how often to have their eyes examined
Requirements
Doctorate of Optometry from a credentialed institution
Must have passed all optometric state boards
Benefits
401(k) with match
Medical/Dental/Life/STD/LTD coverage
Vision Service Plan
Employee Vision Discount Program
HSA/FSA
Paid Time Off
Paid holidays
Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize necessary equipment, and move about the office
Location: Sandusky, Ohio, USA | Full‑time
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Worksite address
sandusky, OH, 44871, US
Who can apply
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