Optometrist job summary
A good job description starts with an attention-grabbing summary of the position and its role within your company. Your summary should provide an overview of your company and expectations for the position. Outline the types of activities and responsibilities required for the job so job seekers can determine if they are qualified, or if the job is suitable for them.
Example of an Optometrist job summary
Our eye and ear specialist practice has an immediate opening for a state-licensed Optometrist. We’re a rapidly growing practice with a full roster of Physicians and other health care personnel. The ideal candidate will have at least five years’ experience working as a licensed Optometrist and a background in treating eye-related disorders and conditions. We will also consider candidates who have worked as opticians and only recently fulfilled their educational requirements to become Optometrists. However, you must have passed the licensing exam prior to your hire date. We offer flexible hours, competitive pay and an excellent benefits package for the right applicant.
Optometrist responsibilities and duties
The responsibilities and duties section is the most important part of the job description. Here you should outline the functions this position will perform on a regular basis, how the job functions within the organization and the title of the manager the person will report to.
- Provide outpatient care for patients with eye-related disorders and conditions
- Conduct routine eye examinations, including visual field tests
- Determine each patient’s visual acuity, field of vision and hand-eye coordination
- Take detailed medical histories for all patients, including current and past prescription medications
- Evaluate eye-related symptoms, such as discharge, redness and inflammation
- Prescribe corrective lenses when required
- Refer patients to board-certified ophthalmologists when required for more holistic eye care
- Educate patients on proper eye care
- Identify eye health safety factors that could impact vision, such as working around chemicals or in front of a computer
- Advise patients about proper eye hygiene and care
Optometrist qualifications and skills
Next, outline the required and preferred skills for your position. This may include education, previous job experience, certifications and technical skills. You may also include soft skills and personality traits that you expect from a successful candidate. While it may be tempting to include a long list of skills and requirements, including too many could dissuade qualified candidates from applying. Keep your list of qualifications concise, but provide enough detail with relevant keywords and terms.
- State-issued license for optometry and O.D.
- 5+ years’ experience working as an optometrist
- Alternatively, 6+ years working as an optometrist
- Excellent customer service and organization skills
- Advanced time management skills
- Ability to diagnose and treat eye-related disorders and conditions