Optometrist Resident (H)

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The University of Miami has an exciting opportunity for an Optometrist Resident with Bascom Palmer Eye Institute in Miami, Florida.

The Optometrist Resident obtains advanced training and education in the clinical diagnosis and treatment of diseases of the eyes through participation in the residency program. The incumbent performs assessments of patients and provides related medical care.

Core Job Functions

• Performs ocular examinations on patients of all ages, including children and the elderly.

• Completes fundus examinations and writes impression and plans.

• Supervises optometric externs and makes a final disposition on all their patients.

• Experiences academic growth by attending lectures and utilizing library facilities, in addition to learning on-the-job from other members of the eye care team.

• Gives formal classroom instruction in optometric subjects.

• Assists all members of the eye care team by answering their questions regarding optometry.

• Participates in optometric continuing education courses.

• Performs or participates in occasional research projects, as approved by senior staff. Services, Residency Director, and the appropriate faculty.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Doctor of Optometry

Certification and Licensing:

Not Applicable

Experience:

No experience required

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

· Ability to communicate effectively in both oral and written form.

· Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

· Commitment to the University’s core values.

· Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

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Job Status:

Full time

Employee Type:

Staff

Pay Grade:

H6