Optometrist - Melbourne, United States - Avante at Melbourne

Description

KOPA, Inc is seeking a dedicated and experienced Optometrist to join our physicians group. In this role, you will provide comprehensive eye care services to residents of skilled nursing facilities through telehealth platforms. You will collaborate closely with our interdisciplinary team to assess, diagnose, and manage various eye conditions and visual impairments.

Responsibilities:

· Conduct remote eye examinations and assessments for residents of skilled nursing facilities.

· Diagnose and manage ocular diseases, refractive errors, and other vision-related conditions.

· Prescribe corrective lenses, medications, or other appropriate treatments as needed.

· Collaborate with facility staff and other healthcare professionals to ensure coordinated care for residents.

· Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records in accordance with regulatory standards.

· Provide education and counseling to residents and their families regarding eye health and disease prevention.

· Participate in telehealth training and professional development activities as required.

Qualifications:

· Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution.

· Current state licensure as an Optometrist.

· Minimum of [X] years of clinical experience in optometry, preferably in geriatric or long-term care settings.

· Proficiency in conducting remote eye examinations and using telehealth technology platforms.

· Strong diagnostic and clinical decision-making skills.

· Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

· Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team.

· Commitment to providing compassionate and patient-centered care.

· Flexibility to adapt to evolving telehealth practices and regulations.

Benefits:

· Competitive compensation package

· Flexible work schedule

· Opportunity for professional growth and development

· Supportive and collaborative work environment

· Meaningful work impacting the lives of residents in skilled nursing facilities

KOPA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, Veterans' status, national origin, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender, genetic information or any other category protected by law. In addition to federal requirements, Avante complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

KOPA expressly prohibits any form of workplace harassment based on race, color, religion, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, Veterans' status or any other category protected by law. Improper interference with the ability of KOPA employees to perform their job duties may result in discipline, up to and including, discharge.