Optometrist

Star Vision Eye Care

Optometrist

Middletown, DE
Part Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Part-Time Optometrist (O.D.)

    Position Summary

    Star Vision Eye Care is seeking a compassionate, clinically skilled, and patient-focused Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care services in a modern, full-scope optometric practice. The ideal candidate is comfortable practicing medical optometry, managing ocular disease, and providing contact lens services while delivering an exceptional patient experience.

    Essential Functions

    • Perform comprehensive eye examinations, including refraction and contact lens evaluations.

    • Diagnose and manage refractive errors and prescribe appropriate corrective lenses.

    • Fit, evaluate, and manage contact lenses, including soft lenses, toric, multifocal, and specialty lenses as appropriate.

    • Provide contact lens follow-up care and patient education on proper lens wear, hygiene, and compliance.

    • Diagnose, treat, and manage ocular diseases including glaucoma, dry eye, diabetic eye disease, cataracts, and other age-related conditions.

    • Identify systemic conditions with ocular manifestations and coordinate care with primary care providers and specialists as needed.

    • Provide pre- and post-operative care for surgical patients (e.g., cataract and LASIK).

    • Utilize advanced diagnostic technology to support clinical decision-making.

    • Accurately document patient encounters and treatment plans in the electronic medical record (EMR) system.

    • Educate patients on treatment plans, preventive care, and visual health.

    • Collaborate effectively with clinical and optical staff to ensure efficient patient flow and high-quality service.

    • Perform other duties as needed to support practice operations.

    Qualifications

    • Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree from an accredited institution.

    • Active Delaware optometry license in good standing.

    • Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agent (TPA) certification.

    • Strong clinical skills in comprehensive eye care, contact lens fitting, and medical optometry.

    • Ability to work independently while maintaining high standards of care.

    • Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

    • Proficiency with electronic health records (EHR/EMR) and general computer applications.

    • Commitment to delivering compassionate, patient-centered care.

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