About this opportunity
Cumberland Family Medical Center, Inc. lists this School-Based Optometrist opportunity in versailles, Kentucky. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
School-Based Optometrist
Frankfort Ind School District - Frankfort, KY 40601; Anderson Co School District - Lawrenceburg, KY 40342; Woodford Co School District - Versailles, KY 40383
Overview
Position Type Full Time
Description
School-Based Optometrist OD
Cumberland Family Medical Center (CFMC) operates a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) offering a wide range of health and social services at multiple sites throughout Kentucky. We seek employees who support our mission and who actively contribute to our service-driven environment by enhancing patient experience and improving productivity. CFMC offers compassionate care, uncompromising service and clinical excellence. We offer a collaborative environment with excellent benefits, wage/salary commensurate with experience and relevant work experience.
We are seeking a compassionate and motivated School-Based Optometrist to provide on-site vision care services to students in a school-based setting. This role is ideal for a provider who is passionate about improving access to care and making a direct impact on children's health and academic success. You will travel to various schools with a mobile clinic setup, delivering comprehensive eye exams and coordinating follow-up care as needed.
Location: Frankfort and surrounding area
Job Functions/Responsibilities:
Conduct comprehensive eye exams for students
Diagnose and manage common pediatric vision conditions
Collaborate with school-based health and nursing staff
Provide referrals and care coordination as needed
Counsel patients on proper eye care practices, including hygiene, nutrition, and the use of corrective lenses.
Educate patients on the prevention of eye diseases and the importance of regular eye exams.
Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including examination findings, diagnoses, treatment plans, and prescriptions.
Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as ophthalmologists, primary care physicians, and other specialists, to provide coordinated patient care.
Stay current with the latest advancements in optometry and ophthalmology through continuing education and professional development.
Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards related to the practice of optometry.
Contribute to the overall success of Cumberland Family Medical Center by providing excellent patient care and promoting a positive work environment.
What We Offer :
Flexible schedule (school-day hours)
No nights, weekends or on-call
Supportive clinical team
Meaningful impact on student health and academic success
Qualifications
Required Education:
Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree from an accredited school of optometry.
Kentucky Board of Optometry licensure required
Required Experience:
Pediatric experience preferred
Driver's License and travel required
Required Skills and Abilities:
Comprehensive eye examination skills, including diagnosis and management of ocular diseases.
Proficiency in performing refractions, prescribing corrective lenses, and fitting contact lenses.
Knowledge of ocular pharmacology and therapeutics.
Ability to operate and interpret diagnostic equipment, such as visual field analyzers, optical coherence tomography (OCT), and tonometers.
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills to effectively interact with patients, staff, and colleagues.
Strong problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
Ability to maintain accurate and detailed patient records.
Commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Adherence to ethical and professional standards of practice.
Schedule Requirements:
Full-time position, 5 days per week, 100% clinic-based, in person work required.
Work schedules are set at the discretion of CFMC and may be adjusted at any time based on the operational needs of the organization.
Disclaimer:
All information provided is subject to the specific terms and conditions outlined in the employee's individual contract. In the event of any discrepancy, the contract shall take precedence.
Compensation : Negotiable based on experience
Benefits : Health, Vision, Dental, Life, STD, LTD, 401K, PTO, Holidays, free malpractice insurance coverage, student loan repayment opportunities
Worksite address
versailles, KY, 40383, US
Who can apply
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