What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometrist position at Wallerich Eye Care?
The position is located within a Target Optical in the Midway Saint Paul, and Swoop Eye Care in Richfield, MN. It is strongly encouraged that the optometrist have an interest in a particular niche (dry eye, low vision, binocular vision, pediatric eye care, etc.). This position has a lot of potential for growth along with support of the growing team. Each optometrist within the practice works with a trained optometry tech to help with pretesting, medical imaging, referrals, insurance, contact lens ordering, and many other supportive tasks. The position will require some Saturdays each month.
- Conduct eye exams using optometric equipment and general diagnostic interpretation.
- Diagnose and treat ocular disease.
- Prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses.
- Provides patients undergoing eye surgeries, such as cataract and laser vision correction, with pre- and post-operative care.
- Maintain patient records in compliance with regulatory standards and insurers.
- Recommend appropriate patient follow-up and care options.
- Answer questions and provide advice to patients regarding eye and vision health.
- Deliver outstanding customer service through all patient interactions.
- Direct staff and assist in the development of the overall practice.
- Strong support for a particular niche in optometry such as: binocular vision, dry eye, pediatric eye care, low vision, etc.
- Be able to provide diagnosis and appropriate billing codes for patient visits.
- Refers patients to specialists and to relevant patient care components as appropriate.
- Performs miscellaneous job-related duties as assigned.
Job Types: Full-time, Part-time
Pay: $160,000.00 - $185,000.00 per year
Expected hours: 40 per week
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) 4% Match
- 401(k) matching
- Continuing education credits
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Employee discount
- Health insurance
- License reimbursement
- Paid time off
- Professional development assistance
Work Location: In person
Salary : $160,000 - $185,000