Description JOB SUMMARY The Optometrist provides general optometry care. Performs consultations as well as medical evaluations and comprehensive evaluations of patient. Provides both pre- and post-operative optometric care to patients. Diagnoses and treats diseases and disorders of the eye and visual system. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Provide full scope medical and refractive eye services directly to patients. • Maintain a full patient schedule of comprehensive and follow up exams. • Examine eyes, using observation, instruments and pharmaceutical agents, to determine visual acuity and perception, focus and coordination and to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities. • Perform vision tests, analyze test results and develop a treatment plan. • Prescribe, supply, fit and adjust eyeglasses, contact lenses and other vision aids. • Prescribe medications to treat eye diseases if state laws permit. • Educate and counsel patients on contact lens care, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements and safety factors. • Consult with and refer patients to ophthalmologist or other health care practitioner if additional medical treatment is determined necessary. • Prescribe therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision. • Diagnose sight problems, such as nearsightedness or farsightedness and eye diseases, such as glaucoma. • Promote eye health by counseling patients, including explaining how to clean and wear contact lenses. • Works with support staff in providing exam reports back to referring and/or Primary Care Physician. • Works with and guides technician(s) to assist in providing eye exam services. Requirements EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS • The Optometrist must be licensed to practice optometry in the State of Florida prior to hire and/or transfer into an Optometrist position. Must hold and maintain licensure throughout employment in this position. • Must at all times remain in good standing with all licensure authorities. • EHR experience is required. PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS OF THE ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS • Strength (Lift/Carry/Push/Pull): Sedentary (exerting up to 10 pounds of force occasionally) • Standing/Walking: Occasionally; activity exists up to 1/3 of the time • Keyboarding/Dexterity: Frequently; activity exists from ¾ of the time • Ability to look at a computer screen for extended periods. • Ability to perform constant repetitive hands and finger motions. • Must be mobile and able work in various positions (standing, sitting, bending, and walking) for extended periods of time during an 8-hour period/workday. • Talking (Must be able to effectively communicate verbally): Yes • Seeing: Yes • Hearing: Yes WORK ENVIRONMENT • Clinical back office environment • Exposed to frequent and constant interruptions in daily functions/schedule. • Must be available to customers and staff throughout the day. • May be required to work extended hours to meet department needs.