Job Description
*Job Description*
The Optometrist will be responsible for providing comprehensive eye care, diagnosing and managing ocular eye disease, and prescribing corrective lenses. The ideal candidate will have a robust ocular disease knowledge base, a strong commitment to clinical care, and a passion for improving the vision and overall health of our patients. Our Optometry services will focus primarily on school-based programs throughout our five-county area, with services being provided on a mobile optometry vehicle. The duties include, but are not limited to
* Lead the growth of a new Optometry services
* Create a positive work environment
* Conduct comprehensive eye examinations across all age groups
* Diagnose and manage a wide variety of ocular diseases and visual system disorders
* Glaucoma, cataracts, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and amblyopia
* Perform and interpret various diagnostic testing and imaging
* Fundus photography, visual fields, and optical coherence tomography
* Prescribe and fit spectacles and contact lenses
* Surgical co-management with ophthalmology
* Educate patients on proper eye care practices and preventive measures
* Collaborate and co-manage with other specialties to ensure integrated patient care
* Maintain accurate and detailed patient records
* Stay current with advancements in eye care through continuing education
* Assist with hiring and training staff
* Speak at provider meetings, diabetic focus groups, community events, etc.
*Skills/Abilities/Education/Experience*
* An active license to practice optometry in the State of South Carolina
* Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited school or college of optometry
* A minimum of one year of optometry experience is required.
* BLS/CPR certification is required
* Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
* Ability to work effectively in a team-oriented, multidisciplinary environment
* Commitment to providing high-quality patient care
* A valid driver's license is required
*Hours*
Full-time, Monday – Friday
*Location*
Pee Dee Region, South Carolina. Our Optometry services will focus primarily on school-based programs throughout our five-county area, with services being provided on a mobile optometry vehicle.
_**** $5,000 Sign-On Bonus ****_
_CareSouth Carolina is committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all. We seek to have a diverse, inclusive workforce and encourage applications from all qualified individuals without regard to race, color, age, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, religion, marital status, citizenship, disability, or veteran status._
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* Dental insurance
* Disability insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Flexible spending account
* Health insurance
* License reimbursement
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Relocation assistance
* Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
* Society Hill, SC 29593 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
* Society Hill, SC 29593: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Job Tags
Full time, Relocation, Relocation package, Monday to Friday, Flexible hours,