Ophthalmology Physician

Job Title : Optometrist - Fairbanks, AK - Relocation Assistance Offered

Job Description :

Qualifications :

• Doctorate of Optometry from an accredited school of optometry

• Licensure as an Optometrist in the state of Alaska.

Responsibilities :

• Perform vision tests, analyze results and develop a treatment plan

• Examine eyes, using observation, instruments and pharmaceutical agents, to determine visual acuity and perception, focus and coordination and to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities such as glaucoma or color blindness.

• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medications

• Prescribe therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision.

• Provide pre- and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery-for example, examining a patient's eyes the day after surgery

• Evaluate patients for the presence of diseases such as diabetes and refer patients to other healthcare providers as needed