Optometrist 2 - Bascom Palmer Eye Institute (Miami, FL)
Core
Performs ocular examinations to detect eye diseases, prescribes eyeglasses, contact lenses, and drugs to treat eye disorders.
Role type
Optometrist
Builds
Patient care plans and vision therapy programs
Domain
Healthcare / Ophthalmology
Deliverable
physical/clinical work
Required skills
Ocular examination, Visual acuity testing, Contact lens fitting, Drug prescription, Vision therapy, Low-vision rehabilitation, Preoperative/postoperative care
Preferred skills
Learning agility, Technical proficiency
Technologies
Office software, relevant computer applications
Responsibilities
Diagnoses eye and vision problems, Examines visual acuity, depth, and color perception, Assesses ability to coordinate and focus eyes, Prescribes contact lenses and glasses, Provides vision therapy and low-vision rehabilitation, Analyzes test results and develops treatment plans, Administers drugs to aid in diagnosis, Prescribes drugs to treat eye diseases, Provides preoperative and postoperative care