Optometrist

Over the last 40 years University Eye Specialists, P.C. has made it our mission to provide state-of-the-art primary and specialty eye care of the highest quality in rural community settings. We are made up of an experienced and caring team devoted to full-filling that mission.

This position offers the opportunity to enter into our established practice and work with our loyal patients by providing exceptional service as outlined below.

$105,000 to $110,000+ annually based on experience

Optometrist Duties:

• Practice full scope Optometry as determined by your license and state laws
• Diagnose, treat, and manage patients with eye disorders, diseases, and injuries
• Provide routine vision and eye health examinations
• Prescribe eyeglass RX
• Prescribe and fit contact lenses
• Assisting in diagnosis and treatment of more complex eye disorders, diseases, and injuries
• Advise patients on proper eye care and hygiene
• Train others in proper eye care techniques
• Stay abreast of current professional literature, technology, and techniques used in Optometry

• Perform refraction testing and manual optical measurements
• Supervise work performed by ophthalmic technicians and assistants
• Provide visual eye examinations and diagnoses
• Referrals, mutual patient letters, diabetic exam letters
• Perform other related duties as required
• Order testing as needed

• Must have or be in the process of obtaining a current license, registration, or certification from the New York state board of optometry
• Strong interpersonal skills
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Strong organizational skills
• Excellent time management skills
• Ability to travel to any of our four locations

Benefits

• Paid time off
• Holiday pay
• 401k
• Profit Sharing
• Medical and dental insurance
• Life Insurance