Optometrist
Listed on 2026-09-27
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Healthcare
Healthcare Consultant
Title: Staff Optometrist
Executive Area: Administration and Finance
College/School/MBU: Direct Medical Care
Department: Eye Clinic
Work Location: Amherst
Schedule: Full Time
Work Arrangement: Onsite
Job SummaryUnder the direction of the University Health Services (UHS) Medical Director, the Staff Optometrist provides professional eye care to eligible students, faculty, staff and dependents.
Performs independently within departmental policies and procedures, referring unusual administrative problems to the Medical Director, UHS.
Essential FunctionsProvides direct clinical optometric care including routine, contact lens and emergency services to eligible students, faculty, staff, visitors and their dependents.
Provides preventative eye care services and participates in the Health Services’ education program.
Consults with parents, faculty and administrators regarding students’ eye care problems within the limits of the University Health Services’ Statement of Confidentiality.
Assists with supervision of student interns.
Other FunctionsPerforms related duties as required.
Minimum QualificationsDoctorate in Optometry.
At least two (2) years of experience in clinical optometry.
License to practice Optometry in Massachusetts or licensed in another state with license in Massachusetts at time of hire.
Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (TPA) and Diagnostic Pharmaceutical Agents (DPA) certified.
Additional DetailsThis position is subject to final budgetary and administrative approval.
Working ConditionsWork is performed in a standard office or indoor university environment and involves minimal physical exertion.
Work Schedule and Work ArrangementMonday - Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.
Salary InformationPay Grade: PSSAP Grade 34
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