Staff Optometrist - Ophthalmology

LOCATION

SAINT LOUIS, MO 63110

SCHEDULED HOURS

40

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for evaluating and treating pediatric patients within the WashU
Children's Eye Center.

JOB DESCRIPTION

Primary Duties & Responsibilities

* Evaluates and treats pediatric patients, including: refractive exams; contact
lens fitting and dispensing; emergency exams; evaluation and management of
medical diseases of the eye.
* Assists in Ophthalmologist's clinics alongside Orthoptist.
* Discusses and interprets findings with patients and suggests appropriate
remedies.
* Adheres to established compliance guidelines to include those governing the
appropriate coding of patient services and diagnoses.
* Adheres to established quality, safety, and hazardous material procedures.
* Performs other duties as assigned by the Director of Ophthalmology.

Working Conditions

Job Location/Working Conditions:

* Normal office environment.

Physical Effort

* Typically sitting at a desk or table.

Equipment

* Office equipment.

The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of
work performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not intended
to be construed as an exhaustive list of all job duties performed by the
personnel so classified. Management reserves the right to revise or amend duties
at any time.

REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

O. D. - Doctor Of Optometry - Optometry

Certifications/Professional Licenses

The list below may include all acceptable certifications, professional licenses
and issuers. More than one credential, certification or professional license may
be required depending on the role.

Basic Life Support - American Heart Association, Basic Life Support - American
Red Cross, Optometrist - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional
Regulation, Optometrist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration

Work Experience

No specific work experience is required for this position.

Skills

Not Applicable

Driver's License

A driver's license is not required for this position.

MORE ABOUT THIS JOB

WashU seeks highly motivated individuals who are able to perform duties in a
manner consistent with our core mission and guiding principles.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

Education

No additional education unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Certifications/Professional Licenses

No additional certification/professional licenses unless stated elsewhere in the
job posting.

Work Experience

No additional work experience unless stated elsewhere in the job posting.

Skills

Code of Federal Regulations, Detail-Oriented, Independent Judgment, Optometry

GRADE

C20

SALARY RANGE

$127,900.00 - $204,500.00 / Annually

The salary range reflects base salaries paid for positions in a given job grade
across the University. Individual rates within the range will be determined by
factors including one's qualifications and performance, equity with others in
the department, market rates for positions within the same grade and department
budget.

QUESTIONS

For frequently asked questions about the application process, please refer to
our External Applicant FAQ
[https://hr. wustl. edu/careers/external-applicant-faq/].

ACCOMMODATION

If you are unable to use our online application system and would like an
accommodation, please email CandidateQuestions@wustl. edu
[CandidateQuestions@wustl. edu] or call the dedicated accommodation inquiry
number at 314-935-1149 and leave a voicemail with the nature of your request.

All qualified individuals must be able to perform the essential functions of the
position satisfactorily and, if requested, reasonable accommodations will be
made to enable employees with disabilities to perform the essential functions of
their job, absent undue hardship.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENING

All external candidates receiving an offer for employment will be required to
submit to pre-employment screening for this position. The screenings will
include criminal background check and, as applicable for the position, other
background checks, drug screen, an employment and education or
licensure/certification verification, physical examination, certain vaccinations
and/or governmental registry checks. All offers are contingent upon successful
completion of required screening.

BENEFITS STATEMENT

Personal

* Up to 22 days of vacation, 10 recognized holidays, and sick time.

* Competitive health insurance packages with priority appointments and lower
copays/coinsurance.

* Take advantage of our free Metro transit U-Pass for eligible employees.

* WashU provides eligible employees with a defined contribution (403(b))
Retirement Savings Plan, which combines employee contributions and university
contributions starting at 7%.

Wellness

* Wellness challenges, annual health screenings, mental health resources,
mindfulness programs and courses, employee assistance program (EAP),
financial resources, access to dietitians, and more!

Family

* We offer 4 weeks of caregiver leave to bond with your new child. Family care
resources are also available for your continued childcare needs. Need adult
care? We’ve got you covered.

* WashU covers the cost of tuition for you and your family, including dependent
undergraduate-level college tuition up to 100% at WashU and 40% elsewhere
after seven years with us.

For policies, detailed benefits, and eligibility, please visit

https://hr. wustl. edu/benefits/ [https://hr. wustl. edu/benefits/]

EEO STATEMENT

Washington University in St. Louis is committed to the principles and practices
of equal employment opportunity. It is the University’s policy to provide equal
opportunity and access to persons in all job titles without regard to race,
ethnicity, color, national origin, citizenship (where prohibited by federal
law), age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression,
disability, protected veteran status, or genetic information.