Optometrist Full Time Bascom Palmer Eye Institute

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The University of Miami Bascom Palmer Eye Institute has an exciting full time opportunity for an Optometrist 1 in Miami Florida.

The Optometrist 1 examines patients eyes to detect vision problems diseases and other abnormal conditions. Moreover the incumbent prescribes eyeglasses contact lenses and drugs to treat eye disorders.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Tests interviews and examines patients having vision problems.

• Utilizes optometric instruments and equipment to identify patients visual acuity amplitude of

• accommodation and refractive state and biocular coordination at far and near points.

• Employs low vision aids such as telescopic and microscopic lenses for correction of sub-normal vision.

• Determines proper remedial alternatives and discusses and interprets findings with patients.

• Refers patients with indications of possible pathological conditions to an Ophthalmologist.

• Consults with an Ophthalmologist on more complex cases.

• Calculates proper prescription employing applicable formulas.

• Instructs resident ophthalmologists and paramedical personnel in the field of ophthalmic instrumentation

• and procedure.

• Assists with the development and implementation of the optometry budget.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Doctorate degree - Optometry (OD) required
Certification and Licensing:
Refer to department description for applicable certification requirements
Experience:
No previous experience required

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Learning Agility: Ability to learn new procedures technologies and protocols and adapt to changing priorities
and work demands.
- Teamwork: Ability to work collaboratively with others and contribute to a team environment.
- Technical Proficiency: Skilled in using office software technology and relevant computer applications.
- Communication: Strong and clear written and verbal communication skills for interacting with colleagues and
stakeholder

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical dental tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System South Floridas only university-based health system provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center we are proud to serve South Florida Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching research and patient care. Were the challenge youve been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law.

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