What are the responsibilities and job description for the Staff Optometrist position at UMass Amherst?
Title: Staff Optometrist
Executive Area: Administration and Finance
College/School/MBU: Direct Medical Care
Department: Eye Clinic
Work Location: Amherst
Schedule: Full Time
Work Arrangement:Onsite
Job Summary
Under the direction of the University Health Services (UHS) Medical Director, the Staff Optometrist provides professional eye care to eligible students, faculty, staff and dependents.
Performs independently within departmental policies and procedures, referring unusual administrative problems to the Medical Director, UHS.
Essential Functions
Provides direct clinical optometric care including routine, contact lens and emergency services to eligible students, faculty, staff, visitors and their dependents.
Provides preventative eye care services and participates in the Health Services' education program.
Consults with parents, faculty and administrators regarding students' eye care problems within the limits of the University Health Services' Statement of Confidentiality.
Assists with supervision of student interns.
Other Functions
Performs related duties as required.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctorate in Optometry.
At least two (2) years of experience in clinical optometry.
License to practice Optometry in Massachusetts or licensed in another state with license in Massachusetts at time of hire.
Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (TPA) and Diagnostic Pharmaceutical Agents (DPA) certified.
Additional Details
This position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.
Working Conditions
Work is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.
Work Schedule and Work Arrangement
Monday - Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Salary Information
Pay Grade:PSSAP Grade 34
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Special Instructions for Applicants
Along with the application, please submit a resume. References will be checked at the finalist stage. Please be prepared to provide contact information for three (3) professional references.
This position will remain open for the time period required by any applicable collective bargaining agreement and will continue until a suitable candidate pool is identified. Interested applicants are strongly encouraged to apply early.