Benefits:

401(k)

Competitive salary

Dental insurance

Health insurance

Paid time off

Vision insurance

Job Overview: AIMS Locum Tenens is seeking a qualified Optometrist (Refractive) to join the team at Naval Hospital Jacksonville,FL. This role involves conducting comprehensive eye exams, performing pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing refractive surgeries (LASIK, PRK, SMILE, ICL), and collaborating with ophthalmologists to ensure excellent patient outcomes. The optometrist will also serve as a clinical educator and participate in research initiatives to advance ophthalmic care.

Duties:

Perform pre-op evaluations and post-op care for refractive surgery patients.

Conduct eye exams including visual acuity, slit lamp, tonometry, keratometry, and topography.

Document clinical findings and care plans in patient medical records.

Identify and manage ocular complications related to surgery.

Counsel patients on surgical procedures, recovery, and long-term eye health.

Work with ophthalmologists and other specialists to coordinate patient care.

Provide training and mentorship to residents, students, and clinical staff.

Participate in continuous quality improvement and staff education initiatives.

Qualifications:

Degree: Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Education: Graduate from an ACOE-accredited optometry school.

Certification: Current BLS and ACLS certifications, National Board of Examiners in Optometry certification.

Experience: Minimum 1 year within the last 5 years in a refractive surgery center (LASIK, PRK, SMILE, ICL).

Licensure: Current, unrestricted state optometry license.

Skills:

Proficiency in refractive diagnostics and post-surgical care.

Strong clinical decision-making and communication skills.

Ability to document thoroughly and accurately.

Benefits:

Competitive pay, health, dental, vision insurance.

80 hours paid vacation, 56 hours sick leave, 11 paid federal holidays.

401K plan.

Schedule:

Standard weekdays, no federal holiday work. Schedule provided one month in advance.

Security Requirement:

Compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, and DoD standards. May require base access clearance.

Equal Opportunity Employer: AIMS Locum Tenens is an equal opportunity employer.