Our brand promise: To care for each other and our patients in a way that enhances their quality of life.
EyeCare Specialties is now a proud member of the AEG vision family. As part of AEG, we understand how vital your vision is. We take your eyes seriously and offer everything from routine eye exams and treatment of eye diseases, to the latest trends in designer eyewear. Visit us at one of our six convenient locations for all your eye care needs.
About the Job
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 education to the patient on eyecare Duties & Responsibilities
Conducting Eye exams
Establishing long term patient relationships through proper patient care and education
Performs verbal interview with patient prior to examination to determine health and ocular history, medical issues, reasons for their visit as well their visual wants and needs
Instructs, recommends and advises patients as to their options for remediation of ametropias, systemic and ocular disease as well as visual wants and needs. Hands-off patient to support staff with recap discussion
Ability to 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--for example, examining a patient's eyes the day after cataract or refractive surgery
Evaluate patients for the presence of diseases such as diabetes and refer patients to other healthcare providers within the proper time frame
Promote eye health by counseling patients, including explaining how to clean and wear contact lenses how often to have their eyes examined clearly communicating to the opticians and other sales people appropriate recommendations for the best possible lenses with the latest highest technology coatings and designs.
Qualifications
Doctorate of Optometry from a credentialed institution,
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