Optometrist

Henderson, Kentucky, USA – Full-time

About the role

The optometrist will conduct eye exams for Acuity Eyecare Group and practice to the full capacity of their license, supporting practice growth by establishing patient relationships and educating patients on eye care.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye exams
• Establish long-term patient relationships through proper care and education
• Perform verbal interviews to determine health and ocular history, medical issues, and patient needs
• Instruct, recommend, and advise patients on remediation options for ametropias, systemic and ocular diseases, and visual needs
• Hand off patients to support staff with a recap discussion
• Generate patient loyalty and promote the profession of optometry and Acuity Eyecare Group values
• Perform vision tests and analyze results
• Diagnose sight problems (e.g., nearsightedness, 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 for patients undergoing eye surgery (e.g., cataract or refractive surgery)
• Evaluate patients for systemic diseases (e.g., diabetes) and refer to other healthcare providers as needed
• Promote eye health through patient counseling, including contact lens care and exam frequency
• Communicate recommendations to opticians and sales staff for lenses with the latest technology, coatings, and designs

Requirements

• Doctorate of Optometry from a credentialed institution
• Passed all optometric state boards

Benefits

• 401(k) with company match
• Medical, dental, life, short-term disability (STD), and long-term disability (LTD) insurance
• Vision Service Plan
• Employee vision discount program
• HSA/FSA options
• Paid time off (PTO)
• Paid holidays

Benefits apply to full-time employees only.

Physical Demands

This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the office.