Administrative Management, Biotech and Pharmaceutical, Eye Diseases/Disorders, Medical Record System, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Outlook, Microsoft Word, Office Equipment, Ophthalmology, Optometry, Testing
General Duties
The Optometrist provides complete high quality optometric/vision care services to NEON patients. Provides visual examinations and conducts specialized testing for diagnosis of abnormal visual, ocular and/or sytematic conditions. Diagnoses and treats the visual system. Prescribes and adapts lenses for ophthalmic spectacles and non-optical aids. Prescribes medicines to treat eye diseases and allergies. Provides referral as necessary. The Optometrist is responsible for the administrative and professioal supervision of the optometric program and personnel.
Education
Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited school or college of optometry.
Minimum Qualifications
- Current Ohio license from the State Board of Optometry.
- Current certificate to use therapeutic pharmaceutical agents.
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and ability to apply principles, theories, practices and techniques of optometric practice.
Technical Skills
- Use and/or operate office equipment, i.e. personal computers.
- Proficient in the use of Optometric equipment such as opthalmoscope, slit lamp, and phoroptor;
- Proficient in the use of Microsoft office applications (Word and Outlook);
- Ability to learn use of the Electronic Health Record (EHR) and Electronic Practice Management (EPM) systems.
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Northeast Ohio Neighborhood Health Services Inc