Optometrist

Company: Summit Health
Location: New Britain
Posted on: May 17, 2025

Job Description:

Starling Physicians is searching for a full-time Optometrist to join our expanding Ophthalmology department. The schedule for this position is 40 hours per week, Saturdays as needed. Description: Examines, diagnoses, treats, and manages disorders of the visual system, eye diseases and injuries. Provides prescriptions for eyeglasses or contact lenses as needed. Works as part of an ophthalmic care team of optometrists and ophthalmologists in a multi-specialty practice. Provides direct care to patients in a responsible, respectful and caring manner. Independently diagnoses all optometric and ocular problems through external and internal physical evaluation of the eye and surrounding tissues, detects impairments or anomalies of binocular function; treats visual disorders through examination, prescription of corrective lenses, vision training and/or pharmacological means; treats unusual visual disorders through application of advanced and complex optometric techniques. Performs comprehensive eye exams, reviewing patient's history, selecting and administering specialized tests and measurements, and administering non-medical/surgical treatments. Designs and implements individual treatment programs and selects and applies corrective/therapeutic devices. Provides leadership that supports departmental policies and goals. Proposes and implements strategies to assist in the advancement of Optometric practice in the delivery of care to patients. Requirements: Doctoral degree of Optometry from an accredited graduate program required. CT state license to practice is required. We offer: Competitive compensation Comprehensive benefits package Shareholder opportunity Generous CME funding for professional development Opportunities for professional growth Complete administrative and care management support Coordinated resources and shared expertise Employment Type: Full Time Bonus/Commission: No

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