Staff Optometrist - Ophthalmology

Washington University in St. Louis

St. Louis, Missouri, US
Base: $123,200.00 - $197,100.00 annually; bonus/eq...
Pediatric patient evaluation and treatment
Refractive exams and contact lens fitting
Emergency eye exam capabilities
The role involves evaluating and treating pediatric patients within the WashU Children's Eye Center, including refractive exams and contact lens fitting

Job Summary

  • The role involves evaluating and treating pediatric patients within the WashU Children's Eye Center, including refractive exams and contact lens fitting.
  • Candidates must adhere to established compliance guidelines regarding patient service coding and diagnoses while ensuring safety procedures are followed.
  • The position offers competitive benefits including up to 22 days of vacation, health insurance packages, and tuition coverage for employees and their families.

Matching Summary

The role involves evaluating and treating pediatric patients within the WashU Children's Eye Center, including refractive exams and contact lens fitting.

Salary

Base: $123,200.00 - $197,100.00 annually; Bonus/Equity: Not specified; Benefits: Up to 22 days vacation, health insurance, 403(b) retirement plan, tuition coverage

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Pediatric patient evaluation and treatment
  • Refractive exams and contact lens fitting
  • Emergency eye exam capabilities
  • Medical disease management of the eye
  • Compliance with coding guidelines

Nice-to-have

  • Detail-oriented approach to patient care
  • Independent judgment in clinical settings
  • Collaboration with orthoptists and ophthalmologists

Key Requirements

  • Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree required
  • Valid Optometrist license from Illinois or Missouri
  • Basic Life Support certification from AHA or Red Cross

Work Rights

Not specified

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