Optometrist - 137146

UCSD Layoff from Career Appointment : Apply by 10 / 23 / 2025 for consideration with preference for rehire. All layoff applicants should contact their Employment Advisor.

Special Selection Applicants : Apply by 11 / 4 / 2025. Eligible Special Selection clients should contact their Disability Counselor for assistance.

This position has recently been accreted by UPTE HX union and will be a part of that union moving forward.

DESCRIPTION

The Department of Ophthalmology is the only academic eye institution in the region offering the most advanced treatments across all areas of eye care. With world class clinicians, surgeons, scientists and staff dedicated to excellence, and providing the best possible patient care to prevent, treat and cure eye diseases, they have excelled for more than 30 years. The Department of Ophthalmology sees over 120,000 patients a year with almost 5,400 surgeries.

The Comprehensive Optometrist works in various clinics focusing on cornea and specialty contact lenses, primary eye care, dry eye and ocular disease with involvement in urgent eye care. Has a broad scope of knowledge and experience in managing ocular disease and disorders of the eye and visual system to maximize visual function and eye health. This position has a focus on specialty contact lenses.

Provides cornea and specialty contact lens fittings, primary eye care including comprehensive eye examinations, and problem-focused examinations including for dry eye. Triages acute eye-related issues and provides urgent eye care including appropriate testing to diagnose, treat and manage ocular health conditions. Collaborates with ophthalmology department specialists and members of the healthcare community. Participates in teaching and research.

Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and campus policies and procedures to resolve a wide range of issues. Demonstrates good judgement in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Doctoral degree in optometry issued by an accredited school / college of optometry

Optometry residency training in cornea and contact lenses

Through knowledge of optometry and skills essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to this position.

Thorough knowledge of eye disease diagnosis.

Must be able to effectively communicate findings of examination to patients.

Demonstrated skill in fitting and prescribing specialty contact lenses.

Ability to perform dry eye evaluations and provide appropriate treatment.

Requires strong communication and presentation skills.

Position must be able to work with diverse client group.

Position must be able to provide direction and guidance to less experienced staff members.

Must be able to work in a collaborative manner with staff, faculty, and members of the healthcare community across the campus.

Requires effective interpersonal skills.

Thorough professional skills in delivering eye care, treatment, and diagnostic services to patients.

Demonstrated ability to use electronic medical record system.

SPECIAL CONDITIONS

May need to travel to satellite clinics.

Must be able to work various hours and days including evening or Saturday clinics.

Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.

Pay Transparency Act

Annual Full Pay Range : Unclassified - No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)

Hourly Equivalent : Unclassified - No data available

Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).