Optometry Opening in Island Falls/Houlton, ME
Updated 11/03/25
Island Falls/Houlton, Maine, Maine, United States
Physician
Family Practice-Without OB
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Full-Time
Work Environment
Hospital
Clinic/Private Practice
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Optometry opening in Maine
Opening located in Island Falls, ME
Bangor 90m
Full Time; Permanent
Employed
Monday to Friday Schedule
8 or 10 hour shifts
Board Eligible/Board Certified
The primary focus will be to examine eyes and visual system, diagnose problems or impairments, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide treatment
May prescribe therapeutic drugs to treat specific eye conditions
The optometrist will collaborate with providers while acting as a contributing member to the Integrated Primary Care Team
Responsibilities include, but not limited to:
Perform vision tests, analyze results and develop a treatment plan.
Examine eyes using observation, instruments and pharmaceutical agents, to determine visual acuity and perception, focus and coordination and to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities such as glaucoma or color blindness.
Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medications.
Prescribe therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision.
Provide pre and postoperative care to patients undergoing eye surgery, for example, examining a patients eyes the day after surgery.
Evaluate patients for the presence of diseases such as diabetes and refer patients to other healthcare providers as needed.
Consult with and refer patients to ophthalmologist or other health care practitioner if additional medical treatment is determined necessary.
Promote eye health by counseling patients, including explaining how to clean and wear contact lenses.
Benefits
401(k) with matching
Dental insurance
Employee discount
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Parental leave
Referral program
Retirement plan
Tuition reimbursement
Vision insurance
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