The Optometrist is a key healthcare professional within FYidoctors, primarily responsible for providing comprehensive eye care to diagnose, manage, and treat conditions related to the eyes and vision. This role encompasses a wide range of clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic services aimed at maintaining optimal eye health and visual function for our patients.
Core Responsibilities
Patient Examination:
Utilize diagnostic tools for eye and vision assessment, including visual acuity tests, tonometry, retinoscopy, and imaging techniques.
Conduct thorough eye exams to assess ocular health and visual function.
Diagnosis and Treatment:
Diagnose ocular diseases, visual conditions, and abnormalities.
Prescribe medications, vision therapies, corrective lenses, or refer patients to specialists when necessary.
Vision Correction:
Prescribe and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses, providing advice on visual aids that best suit the patient's lifestyle and visual needs.
Manage follow-up adjustments and patient consultations regarding vision correction options.
Disease Management:
Monitor and manage ongoing conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and cataracts.
Provide pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing eye surgeries.
Emergency Care:
Provide immediate care for acute vision problems and ocular emergencies.
Remove foreign objects, treat infections, and manage ocular injuries as required.
Preventive Health Services:
Educate patients on eye health, preventive care, and early detection strategies to prevent vision loss.
Conduct screenings for vision-related health issues.
Professional Development:
Stay informed on the latest research, technology, and practices in optometry and eye care.
Participate in continuing education and professional association activities to enhance knowledge and skills.
Clinical Administration:
Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.
Collaborate with administrative staff to ensure a seamless patient experience.
Terms of employment (for example, project-based, permanent position)
Permanent, Full-Time position
(Between 35 and 40 hours per week)
Language of work
English
Wages
Compensation will correspond to 21% of the gross revenue generated by the candidate at each work location (clinic).
Anticipated yearly wages between $145,000 - $190,000
Benefits package offered (if applicable)
No benefits.
Location(s) of work (local area, city or town)
FYidoctors Sardis: 45793 Luckakuck Way #104, Chilliwack, BC V2R 5S3
FYidoctors Chilliwack : 9111 Mary St, Chilliwack, BC V2P 4J2
FYidoctors Hope : 269 Commission St, Hope, BC V0X 1L0
FYidoctors New Westminster: 610 6th St #240, New Westminster, BC V3L 3C2
Contact information
Adam Bullen - Manager of Talent Acquisition.
Email: Adam.bullen@fyidoctors.com
Phone: 403 800 5023
Education requirements
Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from a School of Optometry Recognized by the College of Health and Care Professionals of British Columbia
Valid license to practice optometry in Canada OR be eligible to obtain a valid license to practice optometry in Canada within a reasonably agreed upon delay
Work experience requirements
0 months
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