Optometrist

Overview

Valid Ohio driver’s license and proof of auto insurance is required by hospital policy. Must pass a motor vehicle background inspection, insurance eligibility, driving qualifications and training set forth by Nationwide Children’s Hospital and must maintain qualification of insurance guidelines.

Job Description Summary

Conducts eye exams, diagnoses vision problems, and prescribes corrective lenses or medications as needed.

Essential Functions

• Conducts eye exams to diagnose vision problems and eye diseases.
• Prescribes eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision aids to correct or manage vision issues.
• Monitors and manages treatment plans for patients with eye conditions such as glaucoma or cataracts.
• Refers patients to other healthcare professionals as needed for further evaluation or treatment.
• Maintains accurate and detailed patient records.
• Stays up-to-date with advancements in the field of optometry and incorporates new techniques and technologies into practice.

Education Requirement

Doctor of Optometry from an Accredited School of Optometry, required.

Licensure Requirement

License to practice Optometry in the State of Ohio, required.

• Certifications: (not specified)
• Skills: (not specified)
• Experience: (not specified)

Physical Requirements

Occasionally

Bend/twist, Blood and/or Bodily Fluids, Chemicals/Medications, Communicable Diseases and/or Pathogens, Flexing/extending of neck, Fume /Gases /Vapors, Lifting / Carrying: 0-10 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 11-20 lbs, Lifting / Carrying: 21-40 lbs, Loud Noises, Patient Equipment, Pushing / Pulling: 0-25 lbs, Reaching above shoulder, Squat/kneel

Frequently

Computer skills, Hand use: grasping, gripping, turning, Repetitive hand/arm use, Sitting, Standing, Walking

Continuously

Audible speech, Color vision, Decision Making, Depth perception, Hearing acuity, Interpreting Data, Peripheral vision, Problem solving, Seeing – Far/near

Additional Physical Requirements performed but not listed above

Must be able to move or reposition patients of any weight or size with the assistance of another person(s) and/or equipment.

"The above list of duties is intended to describe the general nature and level of work performed by individuals assigned to this classification. It is not to be construed as an exhaustive list of duties performed by the individuals so classified, nor is it intended to limit or modify the right of any supervisor to assign, direct, and control the work of employees under their supervision. EOE M/F/Disability/Vet"