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Responsibilities
Direct and provide outpatient care to clinic patients and ensure quality assurance including examination of patient's eyes, sight testing, diagnosis of visual disorders and diseases, determining course of treatment, providing and supervising appropriate treatment for such diseases, including glaucoma, cataract and diabetes.
- Participate in quality assurance, quality improvement and utilization review
- Examine the eyes of patients of all ages to detect signs of injury, disease, abnormality or vision defects
- Provide spectacle prescription
- Write referral communications to doctors
- Read retinal scans
- Prescribe medicines for people with eye conditions
- Participate in the development of clinic protocols and procedures to ensure quality eye care
- Participate in utilization and peer review programs which evaluates the quality of the optometry staff and services being performed at the clinics
Qualifications
Minimum
- Current California Optometric License
- State of California Certification for the treatment of ocular disease
- State of California Certification for the treatment of glaucoma
- A Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) Degree from an accredited optometry school
- Current CPR certification
- Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
- Experience/familiarity with Practice Management and Electronic Medical Records systems, NextGen preferred
Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
Experience/familiarity with computers, Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel), business e-mail communication systems and internet search capabilities
JOB LOCATION
Lake Elsinore, CA
Job Features
| Job Category | Optometrist |
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Position Summary
WEST TEXAS EYE ASSOCIATES | EL PASO, TEXAS
Full-Time Medical Optometrist
Build a Career, Not Just a Job — El Paso, Texas
West Texas Eye Associates is seeking a full-time optometrist to join a busy, established ophthalmology and optometry practice. This position is designed for an optometrist who wants strong medical exposure, meaningful physician mentorship, excellent support, and substantial long-term earning potential.
The Position
The optometrist will provide comprehensive eye care with an emphasis on medical optometry, contact lens services—including specialty lenses—and co-management of surgical patients. The practice offers the opportunity to work closely with ophthalmologists while developing a broad and sophisticated medical optometry skill set.
Compensation
- Base salary: $175,000 annually
- Productivity bonus: 25% of receivables above $700,000, with no stated cap
- Expected total compensation: approximately $230,000–$260,000 annually, depending on productivity
- The compensation model rewards productivity while providing the stability of a strong base salary.
Benefits
- Health insurance
- 20 days of paid time off (PTO)
- Approximately 9 paid holidays per year
- CME, professional licensing, and insurance-panel registration allowance: $4,500 in the first year and $3,500 annually thereafter
- 401(k) retirement plan with a 4% employer match, plus an additional 3% contribution/match based on total salary
- Malpractice insurance coverage
Schedule & Practice Support
- Full-time, Monday–Friday clinical schedule
- Start date to be mutually agreed upon
- Dedicated technicians and support staff
- Close collaboration with an established team of ophthalmologists and optometrists
Clinical Growth & Mentorship
A major strength of this opportunity is direct mentorship from fellowship-trained ophthalmologists, including expertise in cornea/external disease and neuro-ophthalmology, as well as pediatric ophthalmology. The position offers extensive exposure to medical eye disease, perioperative care, specialty contact lenses, and collaborative management of complex patients.
Licensure
Candidates must be eligible for Texas optometric licensure and will be expected to obtain the Texas Optometric Glaucoma Specialist (OGS) designation.
Why El Paso?
El Paso offers an unusual combination of career opportunity and quality of life. For a new graduate or early-career optometrist, the combination of competitive compensation and a comparatively affordable lifestyle can create an excellent opportunity to pay down student debt and begin building financial independence.
- No Texas individual state income tax
- Affordable homeownership and cost of living
- Short commutes and an easy day-to-day lifestyle
- Excellent year-round outdoor recreation
- A distinctive, welcoming multicultural community
- Strong medical-optometry exposure and physician mentorship
Who We Are Looking For
We are looking for an optometrist who is clinically motivated, collegial, and interested in building a long-term career in a medically oriented practice. New graduates and experienced optometrists are encouraged to apply.
Learn More About El Paso
- El Paso, Texas PBS feature: https://youtu.be/m_hBoyoIN6g?is=wE78h0XxTu_YlH9O
- Interested candidates may contact West Texas Eye Associates for additional information and application details.
- West Texas Eye Associates • El Paso, Texas
- Contact information: Carlos W Vazquez MD
- wtea2017@aol.com
- 915-422-3003
- cwvazquez@aol.com
Send CV to wtea2017@aol.com
JOB LOCATION
El Paso, TX
Job Features
| Job Category | Optometrist |
Position Summary
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) is searching for dedicated faculty to join the Kentucky College of Optometry (KYCO). Located in the heart of Appalachia, the University of Pikeville is committed to offering a broad liberal arts and health professions education. Partnering with the University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine (KYCOM) allows KYCO to provide our students a solid foundation in medical science.
KYCO’s mission is to develop leaders in therapeutic optometry through innovative education and a commitment to caring for the underserved. Faculty members will provide students with the knowledge and confidence they need to succeed at the highest level of professional optometric services. These unique career opportunities afford an individual the opportunity to work and teach in a state-of-the-art eye care facility as well as in fully equipped rural health clinics, while at the same time enjoying the beauty and tranquility of the Appalachian mountain region.
KYCO is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) and the University of Pikeville is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degrees.
A professional clinical educator is needed for: Primary Care Optometry
RESPONSIBILITIES: A successful candidate must be passionate and experienced in classroom and clinical instruction. This position will require participation in the KYCO clinics providing patient care with both student interns and optometric residents.
QUALIFICATIONS: This vacancy will require a minimum Doctor of Optometry Degree (O.D.). Residency training in the appropriate areas of specialty or a minimum of three years of relevant clinical experience is preferred. Optometrist applicants must be eligible for licensure in the state of Kentucky with expanded therapeutics certification and are expected to participate in patient care services. Prior college teaching experience is strongly preferred.
The University of Pikeville offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. UPIKE offers a competitive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance, telemedicine, long-term disability, tuition waivers, a 403(b) retirement plan, and HSA, FSA, & dependent care accounts. UPIKE also offers a generous holiday schedule and paid leave program.
Important Notes: Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. Please specifically address the qualifications, competencies, and desired qualifications in your resume and application materials.
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received on or before 9/30/2026 will be given priority consideration.
Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. Please specifically address the qualifications, competencies, and desired qualifications in your resume and application materials.
The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living, and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.
The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.
For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu. In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter of interest, current resume, and contact information for three to five professional references.
JOB LOCATION
Pikeville, KY
Job Features
| Job Category | Optometrist |
Position Summary
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE) is searching for dedicated faculty to join the Kentucky College of Optometry (KYCO). Located in the heart of Appalachia, the University of Pikeville is committed to offering a broad liberal arts and health professions education. Partnering with the University of Pikeville-Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine (KYCOM) allows KYCO to provide our students a solid foundation in medical science.
Through education, training, and mentoring, faculty members will provide students with the knowledge and confidence they need to succeed at the highest level of professional optometric services. These unique career opportunities afford an individual the opportunity to work and teach in a state-of-the-art eye care facility as well as in fully equipped rural health clinics, while at the same time enjoying the unparalleled beauty and tranquility of the Appalachian mountain region.
Responsibilities:
- Be highly knowledgeable in the field of Pediatric Eye Care and Binocular Vision Management.
- Develop and teach courses and/or laboratories addressing various pediatric eye conditions, such as strabismus, amblyopia, refractive errors, disease, and binocular vision disorders.
- Provide direct patient care and clinical instruction to professional students and interdisciplinary practice with other educational professionals.
- Candidates must be willing to actively participate in curricular assessment, professional development, student counseling, and service activities within the college, university, and the scientific community.
- Successful candidates are also expected to be involved in traditional research and scholarly activities, and have a sincere commitment to optometric education, community service, and patient care.
Requirements:
- Minimum Doctor of Optometry Degree (O.D.) and/or Ph.D. (or equivalent) in a discipline related to optometry or its associated basic sciences.
- Residency training in Pediatrics and Binocular Vision OR a minimum of three years of relevant clinical experience is preferred.
- Optometrist applicants should be eligible for licensure in the state of Kentucky with expanded therapeutics certification and are expected to participate in patient care services.
- Applicants must have excellent organizational, communication, teaching, and decision-making skills.
- Prior college teaching experience is strongly preferred.
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received on or before 9/30/2026 will be given priority consideration.
Important Notes: Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. Please specifically address the qualifications, competencies, and desired qualifications in your resume and application materials.
The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living, and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.
The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.
For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu. In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter of interest, current resume, and contact information for three to five professional references.
JOB LOCATION
Pikeville, KY
Job Features
| Job Category | Optometrist |
Position Summary
The Assistant/Associate Dean of Postgraduate Education provides strategic leadership for the Kentucky College of Optometry's lifelong learning mission by overseeing educational opportunities that extend beyond graduation and throughout a graduate's professional career. Serving as the Institutional Residency Director, the Assistant Dean provides leadership for residency and fellowship programs, continuing education, postdoctoral training, alumni professional development, and graduate success initiatives. The Assistant Dean works collaboratively with academic, clinical, and administrative leadership to develop innovative educational pathways that prepare graduates for advanced clinical practice, leadership, academia, and lifelong professional growth. The position fosters strong partnerships with residency affiliates, professional organizations, alumni, and University graduate programs while ensuring compliance with accreditation standards and advancing the College's strategic priorities.
Mission of the Office of Postgraduate Education
The Office of Postgraduate Education advances the Kentucky College of Optometry's commitment to lifelong learning by supporting graduates through advanced clinical training, continuing professional education, leadership development, alumni engagement, and educational innovation. The Office fosters a culture of continuous professional growth while strengthening the College's impact on the profession and the communities its graduates serve.
Residency and Fellowship Programs
- Serve as the Institutional Residency Director for all affiliated residency and fellowship programs.
- Maintain ACOE residency accreditation, including self-studies, annual reports, substantive changes, and continuous quality improvement.
Provide leadership and support to residency coordinators across affiliated training sites.
- Lead recruitment, onboarding, orientation, assessment, and evaluation of residents.
- Develop policies, curricula, assessment processes, and program outcomes.
- Identify and develop new residency and fellowship opportunities.
- Collaborate with Academic Affairs and Clinical Education to ensure alignment with institutional goals.
Lifelong Learning and Continuing Professional Education
- Provide strategic leadership for the College's continuing education program.
- Develop an annual calendar of COPE-approved educational offerings.
- Collaborate with faculty, alumni, professional organizations, and industry partners.
- Ensure compliance with COPE standards.
- Expand hybrid, virtual, and in-person educational offerings.
Postdoctoral Education and Professional Development
- Develop certificate programs, fellowships, leadership academies, faculty development initiatives, and advanced clinical training opportunities.
- Serve as liaison with the University's MBA and Master of Biomedical Sciences programs to create collaborative educational opportunities.
- Develop pathways that prepare future faculty through leadership, research, teaching, business, and administrative training.
- Encourage scholarly activity through mentorship, collaborative research, presentations, and publications.
- Develop external partnerships and pursue funding opportunities supporting postgraduate education.
Alumni Success and Graduate Support
- Develop board preparation, remediation, mentoring, and graduate support initiatives.
- Monitor graduate outcomes and board performance trends.
- Promote alumni engagement through continuing education, networking, and leadership opportunities.
- Collaborate with Academic Affairs to use graduate outcomes to strengthen the curriculum.
Strategic Leadership
- Develop and implement the strategic vision for postgraduate education.
- Represent the College through participation in regional, national, and international professional organizations.
- Develop partnerships with residency affiliates, healthcare organizations, alumni, and professional societies.
- Participate in accreditation, assessment, and strategic planning initiatives.
- Develop and manage budgets related to postgraduate education and continuing education.
- Serve on College and University committees as assigned.
Reporting Relationships
- Reports to the Dean of the Kentucky College of Optometry.
- Supervises residency coordinators, residents, continuing education personnel (as assigned), and other staff within the Office of Postgraduate Education.
- Maintains an active faculty appointment with teaching, scholarship, and/or clinical responsibilities as assigned.
Required Qualifications
- Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited college or school of optometry.
- Completion of an accredited optometric residency.
- Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible experience in academic optometry, Veterans Affairs (VA) optometric practice, military optometric practice, or a combination thereof, including demonstrated educational leadership and administrative responsibilities.
- Experience in postgraduate education, residency training, continuing education, or academic leadership.
- Eligibility for Kentucky licensure.
- Excellent communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
- Commitment to lifelong learning and the mission of KYCO.
Preferred Qualifications
- Experience as a residency director or comparable postgraduate education leader.
- Experience supervising faculty, staff, or educational programs.
- Knowledge of ACOE residency accreditation standards.
- Knowledge of COPE accreditation standards.
- Experience with accreditation, assessment, and continuous quality improvement.
- Record of scholarly activity and leadership in professional organizations.
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received on or before 9/21/2026 will be given priority consideration.
Important Notes: Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. Please specifically address the qualifications, competencies, and desired qualifications in your resume and application materials.
The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living, and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.
The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.
For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu. In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter of interest, current resume, and contact information for three to five professional references.
JOB LOCATION
Pikeville, KY
Job Features
| Job Category | Education, Specialized Roles |
Position Summary
The University of Pikeville (UPIKE), Kentucky College of Optometry (KYCO), is currently seeking applicants for a full-time faculty member in the area of Contact Lenses/Anterior Segment Disease. Candidates must be passionate and experienced in classroom and clinical instruction and ready to join a dynamic, progressive academic community. Through education, training, and mentoring, faculty members will provide students with the knowledge and confidence they need to succeed at the highest level of professional optometric services. This unique career opportunity affords an individual the opportunity to work and teach in a state-of-the-art eye care facility as well as in fully equipped rural health clinics, while at the same time enjoying the unparalleled beauty and tranquility of the Appalachian Mountain region.
KYCO's mission is to develop leaders in therapeutic optometry through innovative education and a commitment to caring for the underserved. Faculty members will provide students with the foundational knowledge they need to succeed at the highest level of professional optometric services. This unique career opportunity affords an individual the opportunity to work and teach in a state-of-the-art health professions educational program while at the same time enjoying the beauty and tranquility of the Appalachian Mountain region. KYCO is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE), and UPIKE is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC) to award associate, baccalaureate, masters, and doctoral degrees.
UPIKE's health professions programs work to provide an exceptional opportunity for KYCO students to participate in interdisciplinary educational opportunities. KYCO's partnerships with UPIKE's College of Nursing and Human Services (CNHS) and Kentucky College of Osteopathic Medicine (KYCOM) allow students a solid foundation in medical science by allowing them to collaborate with nursing, social work, and medical students.
Responsibilities:
- Be highly knowledgeable in the field of Anterior Segment Disease and Contact Lenses.
- Develop and teach courses and/or laboratories in the area of anterior segment disease and contact lenses.
- Provide direct patient care and clinical instruction to professional students and interdisciplinary practice with other educational professionals.
- Candidates must be willing to actively participate in curricular assessment, professional development, student counseling, and service activities within the college, university, and the scientific community.
- Successful candidates are also expected to engage in traditional research and scholarly activities and have a sincere commitment to optometric education, community service, and patient care.
Primary duties include, but are not limited to:
- Developing and delivering lectures and/or laboratories for anterior segment disease and contact lenses and related areas, as assigned; embracing and enhancing the didactic philosophies in the O.D. program; maintaining and expanding the high-quality clinical practice environment for optometry students on rotation; precepting students on clinical rotation at The Kentucky College of Optometry clinics.
- Helping to maintain and grow the state-of-the-art optometry program with a strong interdisciplinary focus that meets the needs of patients in the surrounding community; working closely together with all faculty to provide a complete range of eye and vision care services; participating in leadership roles in state, regional, and national optometry organizations; participating on College and University committees, as assigned; participating in College and University service activities.
- Engaging in research and scholarly activity, including presentations at scientific meetings, research, and publication in peer-reviewed journals sufficient to qualify for academic advancement.
Requirements:
- Minimum Doctor of Optometry Degree (O.D.).
- Residency training in the appropriate area of Cornea and Contact Lenses, or a minimum of three years of relevant clinical experience, is preferred.
- Optometrist applicants should be eligible for licensure in the state of Kentucky and are expected to participate in patient care services.
- Applicants must have excellent organizational, communication, teaching, and decision-making skills.
- Prior college teaching experience is strongly preferred.
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received on or before 9/30/2026 will be given priority consideration.
Important Notes: Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. Please specifically address the qualifications, competencies, and desired qualifications in your resume and application materials.
The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living, and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.
The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.
For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu. In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter of interest, current resume, and contact information for three to five professional references.
JOB LOCATION
Pikeville, KY
Job Features
| Job Category | Optometrist |
Position Summary
The Executive Director of KYCO Clinics provides executive leadership for the Kentucky College of Optometry's (KYCO) clinical enterprise, advancing the College's mission to develop leaders in therapeutic optometry through innovative education and a commitment to caring for the underserved. The position is responsible for the strategic growth, operational excellence, financial sustainability, and continuous advancement of KYCO Clinics while ensuring exceptional patient care and meaningful clinical education experiences. Working collaboratively with the Dean, Assistant Dean of Clinical Education, faculty, University leadership, and community partners, the Executive Director leads the administrative, operational, and strategic functions of the clinical enterprise. This executive role strengthens community partnerships, expands access to care, supports innovative models of healthcare delivery, and ensures that clinical operations provide the infrastructure necessary for outstanding patient care, student learning, and future multidisciplinary growth.
Responsibilities
- Lead the strategic direction and day-to-day administration of the KYCO’s clinical enterprise across all university-operated clinics and affiliated clinical education sites.
- Develop operational priorities, performance expectations, and key performance indicators that guide patient access, operational efficiency, financial performance, educational capacity, and quality outcomes.
- Maintain the KYCO Clinics Policy and Procedure Manual, ensuring compliance with University policies, Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) standards, and applicable regulatory requirements.
- Develop and implement operational policies, procedures, and workflows that promote consistency, accountability, and exceptional patient care.
- Provide the Dean with regular reports and recommendations regarding clinical performance, opportunities for growth, and operational improvement.
- Direct initiatives that strengthen patient access, referral relationships, and sustainable growth of the clinical enterprise.
- Serve as the primary administrative liaison with Pikeville Medical Center, Federally Qualified Health Centers, private practice affiliates, and other clinical partners.
- Develop, negotiate, and maintain affiliation agreements and memoranda of understanding supporting patient care and clinical education.
- Collaborate with Marketing and Communications to promote clinical services, referral development, patient outreach, and community engagement.
- Identify opportunities for new services, partnerships, and multidisciplinary collaboration that align with the College's mission.
- Oversee clinic budgets, financial performance, payor strategy, operational metrics, and resource utilization.
- Partner with Finance and revenue cycle personnel to improve reimbursement, coding, collections, and operational efficiency.
- Evaluate provider productivity, scheduling, patient flow, fill rates, no-show trends, and service-line performance to guide operational decisions.
- Use data and analytics to support informed decision-making, continuous improvement, and long-term sustainability.
- Lead quality improvement, patient safety, and regulatory compliance initiatives across the clinical enterprise.
- Ensure compliance with HIPAA, OSHA, payer requirements, University policies, and ACOE expectations.
- Oversee facility planning, equipment replacement, preventive maintenance, and capital improvement planning to support exceptional patient care and education.
- Provide strategic leadership and supervision for the Clinic Operations Manager, Clinical Coordinator, and assigned administrative personnel.
- Partner with the Assistant Dean of Clinical Education to ensure clinical operations effectively support the educational mission of the College.
- Collaborate with University departments including Finance, Human Resources, Information Technology, Facilities, Compliance, and Marketing and Communications.
- Partner with academic leadership to integrate contemporary practice management, healthcare leadership, and clinical operations into the student experience.
- Foster a culture of innovation, accountability, service, collaboration, and continuous improvement
- Other duties as assigned
Education
Master's degree in Healthcare Administration, Business Administration, Public Health, Healthcare Management, or a closely related field.
Experience
- Minimum of seven (7) years of progressively responsible healthcare leadership
- Demonstrated experience in healthcare operations, budgeting, strategic planning, personnel supervision, and regulatory compliance.
- Exceptional leadership, communication, analytical, and relationship-building skills
Preferred Qualifications
- Professional certification such as FACHE, FACMPE, CMPE, CHC, CPHQ, or equivalent.
- Experience in an academic health center or health professions education environment.
- Experience with multisite ambulatory care, FQHCs, Rural Health Clinics, or health system partnerships.
- Knowledge of optometric practice operations and ACOE accreditation.
Application review will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Applications received on or before 9/30/2026 will be given priority consideration.
Important Notes: Resume and other application materials will be reviewed to determine if you meet the required qualifications for the position. If it is determined that you meet the required qualifications, your application materials will be used to identify a top group of the most highly qualified candidates. Please specifically address the qualifications, competencies, and desired qualifications in your resume and application materials.
The University of Pikeville is committed to providing a safe and productive learning, living, and working community. To achieve this goal, we conduct background investigations for all final applicants being considered for employment. Background investigations include a criminal history record check and, when appropriate, a financial and/or motor vehicle history.
The University of Pikeville is an equal opportunity employer committed to assembling a diverse, broadly trained faculty and staff. The University of Pikeville does not discriminate on the basis of race, ethnicity, color, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, national origin, age, or disabilities in its programs, activities, hiring, or the admission of students.
For more information about the University of Pikeville, please visit http://www.upike.edu. In addition to the application, interested applicants are requested to attach to their application a letter of interest, current resume, and contact information for three to five professional references.
JOB LOCATION
Pikeville, KY
Job Features
| Job Category | Education, Specialized Roles |
Job Description
Please call/text 770-856-7055 if interested, pay can be negotiated
Duties:
- Sell contacts and eyeglasses
- Be able to pull vision insurance
- Be able to dispense eyeglasses and contact lenses to patients
- Greet and assist customers in a friendly and professional manner
- Provide product information and recommendations to customers
- Process customer transactions accurately and efficiently
- Maintain a clean and organized sales floor
- Stock shelves and merchandise products as needed
- Assist with inventory management and restocking
- Handle customer inquiries
- Collaborate with team members to achieve sales goals
Job Features
| Job Category | Retail |
Job Description
Please call/text 770-856-7055 if interested, pay can be negotiated
Duities
- Be able to pull vision insurance
- Assist customers in selecting and fitting eyewear based on their prescription and personal style preferences
- Take accurate measurements of customers' eyes and facial features to ensure proper fit of eyeglasses (Pupillary Distance and Seg Heights)
- Educate customers on lens options, coatings, and other enhancements to meet their visual needs
- Adjust and repair eyewear as needed to ensure optimal comfort and functionality
- Maintain inventory of eyewear frames, lenses, and accessories
- Process orders for new eyewear and contact lenses
- Keep the optical area clean and organized
Job Features
| Job Category | Optician, Retail |
Job Description
Please call/text 770-856-7055 if interested, pay can be negotiated
Responsibilities:
- Assist optometrist in performing eye exams and tests
- Take patient medical history and record relevant information
- Perform preliminary tests such as visual acuity, color vision, and depth perception
- Conduct diagnostic tests such as tonometry and visual field testing
- Prepare patients for contact lens fittings and assist with contact lens insertion and removal
- Educate patients on proper eye care and contact lens hygiene
- Maintain cleanliness and organization of examination rooms and equipment
Experience:
- Previous experience as an optometric technician or in a related field preferred
- Knowledge of pediatric optometry, ophthalmology, and optical procedures is a plus
- Familiarity with medical billing, coding, and insurance processes is beneficial
- Proficiency in taking vital signs and performing basic medical procedures using aseptic technique is desirable
- Strong communication skills to interact with patients, colleagues, and vendors
- Sales experience or knowledge of optical products is advantageous
- Understanding of ocular anatomy, physiology, and common eye conditions
- Assist with front desk duties such as scheduling appointments, answering phone calls, and verifying insurance information
Job Features
| Job Category | Clinical |
Job Description
Please call/text 770-856-7055, pay can be negotiated
Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive eye examinations to assess vision and detect any ocular abnormalities or diseases.
- Prescribe and fit corrective lenses or contact lenses based on patients' visual needs.
- Diagnose and manage various eye conditions, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
- Provide pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing eye surgeries.
- Educate patients on proper eye care practices, including hygiene, nutrition, and lifestyle modifications.
- Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as ophthalmologists and opticians, to ensure coordinated patient care.
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records for each patient.
Job Features
| Job Category | Clinical, Optometrist |
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