AEG Vision
Overview
Join to apply for the Optometrist role at AEG Vision. The optometrist will conduct eye exams for Acuity Eyecare group and strive to practice to the full capacity of their license. The optometrist will support practice growth by establishing patient relationships and educating patients on eyecare. Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA. Employment type: Full-time. Responsibilities
Conduct eye exams Establish long term patient relationships through proper patient care and education Perform verbal interviews with patients prior to examination to determine health and ocular history, medical issues, reasons for visit, and visual wants and needs Instruct, recommend and advise patients on options for remediation of ametropias, systemic and ocular disease, and visual wants and needs; hand off to support staff with recap discussion Generate patient loyalty and promote the profession of Optometry and Acuity Eyecare Group values Perform vision tests and analyze results Diagnose sight problems such as nearsightedness or farsightedness and eye diseases Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medications Recommend or provide treatments such as vision therapy or low-vision rehabilitation (brand specific) Provide pre- and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery (e.g., day-after examinations following cataract or refractive surgery) Evaluate patients for diseases such as diabetes and refer to other healthcare providers within the appropriate time frame Promote eye health by counseling patients, including guidance on cleaning and wearing contact lenses and scheduling eye examinations Communicate clearly with opticians and other staff about recommendations for the best possible lenses with updated coatings and designs Qualifications
Doctorate of Optometry from a credentialed institution Must have passed all optometric state boards Benefits
401(k) with Match Medical/Dental/Life/STD/LTD Vision Service Plan Employee Vision Discount Program HSA/FSA PTO Paid Holidays Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the office.
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Join to apply for the Optometrist role at AEG Vision. The optometrist will conduct eye exams for Acuity Eyecare group and strive to practice to the full capacity of their license. The optometrist will support practice growth by establishing patient relationships and educating patients on eyecare. Location: Gaithersburg, Maryland, USA. Employment type: Full-time. Responsibilities
Conduct eye exams Establish long term patient relationships through proper patient care and education Perform verbal interviews with patients prior to examination to determine health and ocular history, medical issues, reasons for visit, and visual wants and needs Instruct, recommend and advise patients on options for remediation of ametropias, systemic and ocular disease, and visual wants and needs; hand off to support staff with recap discussion Generate patient loyalty and promote the profession of Optometry and Acuity Eyecare Group values Perform vision tests and analyze results Diagnose sight problems such as nearsightedness or farsightedness and eye diseases Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medications Recommend or provide treatments such as vision therapy or low-vision rehabilitation (brand specific) Provide pre- and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery (e.g., day-after examinations following cataract or refractive surgery) Evaluate patients for diseases such as diabetes and refer to other healthcare providers within the appropriate time frame Promote eye health by counseling patients, including guidance on cleaning and wearing contact lenses and scheduling eye examinations Communicate clearly with opticians and other staff about recommendations for the best possible lenses with updated coatings and designs Qualifications
Doctorate of Optometry from a credentialed institution Must have passed all optometric state boards Benefits
401(k) with Match Medical/Dental/Life/STD/LTD Vision Service Plan Employee Vision Discount Program HSA/FSA PTO Paid Holidays Physical Demands
This position requires the ability to communicate and exchange information, utilize equipment necessary to perform the job, and move about the office.
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