Optometrist (Medical Group)
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LocationHaymarket, VA, US
Work modeon-site
Company size10,000+ people
PostedNov 2, 2026 · 4d ago
Verified live2d ago
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Examine patients having full range of visual problems using optometry instruments and techniques
Diagnose visual diseases, disorders, and deficiencies and prescribe treatment according to laws of State of Maryland, District, or Commonwealth
Prescribe and fit contact lenses
Determine visual requirements of partially sighted, prescribe low-vision aids
Use diagnostic pharmaceutical agents to detect and diagnose ocular pathology under standing orders or licensed
Refer patients to other appropriate Kaiser Permanente providers as needed
Participate in departmental and educational meetings including peer review activities
Consult regularly with internal medicine, pediatrics, and ophthalmology on patient care issues
Assist in implementing eye care in-service education programs
Under standing orders of a physician and co-management with an ophthalmologist, evaluate and manage stated anterior segment disorders
Job Summary:
To examine patients having full range of visual problems, diagnose visual diseases, disorders, and deficiencies, and prescribe treatment as licensed and credited. To refer patients to other appropriate Kaiser Permanente providers as needed for further evaluation and treatment.
Essential Responsibilities:
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Examines patients having a full range of visual problems by using a full field of optometry instruments and techniques.
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Diagnoses visual diseases, disorders, and deficiencies and prescribes treatment according to the laws of the State of Maryland, District, or Commonwealth.
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Prescribes and fits contact lenses.
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Determines visual requirements of the partially sighted. Prescribes low-vision aids such as telescopic and microscopic lenses, magnifiers, and other optical devices to aid low-vision patients.
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In the state or jurisdiction in which licensed or under the standing orders of a physician, uses diagnostic pharmaceutical agents to detect and diagnose ocular pathology. Uses examination techniques to determine ocular signs of systemic diseases and medications.
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Refers patients to other appropriate Kaiser Permanente providers as needed for further evaluation and treatment.
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Participates in departmental and educational meetings including peer review activities within the department and medical facility.
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Consults regularly with internal medicine, pediatrics, and ophthalmology on patient care issues.
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Assists in implementing eye care in-service education programs for medical center staff and at patient education seminars.
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Under the standing orders of a physician and in co-management with an ophthalmologist, evaluates and manages stated anterior segment disorders.