CareSouth Carolina, Inc.
*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
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