School-Based Optometrist

School-Based Optometrist OD

Cumberland Family Medical Center (CFMC) operates a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) offering a wide range of health and social services at multiple sites throughout Kentucky. We seek employees who support our mission and who actively contribute to our service-driven environment by enhancing patient experience and improving productivity. CFMC offers compassionate care, uncompromising service and clinical excellence. We offer a collaborative environment with excellent benefits, wage/salary commensurate with experience and relevant work experience.

We are seeking a compassionate and motivated School-Based Optometrist to provide on-site vision care services to students in a school-based setting. This role is ideal for a provider who is passionate about improving access to care and making a direct impact on children’s health and academic success. You will travel to various schools with a mobile clinic setup, delivering comprehensive eye exams and coordinating follow-up care as needed.

Location: Frankfort and surrounding area

Job Functions/Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive eye exams for students
• Diagnose and manage common pediatric vision conditions
• Collaborate with school-based health and nursing staff
• Provide referrals and care coordination as needed
• Counsel patients on proper eye care practices, including hygiene, nutrition, and the use of corrective lenses.
• Educate patients on the prevention of eye diseases and the importance of regular eye exams.
• Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, including examination findings, diagnoses, treatment plans, and prescriptions.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as ophthalmologists, primary care physicians, and other specialists, to provide coordinated patient care.
• Stay current with the latest advancements in optometry and ophthalmology through continuing education and professional development.
• Adhere to all applicable laws, regulations, and ethical standards related to the practice of optometry.
• Contribute to the overall success of Cumberland Family Medical Center by providing excellent patient care and promoting a positive work environment.

What We Offer:

• Flexible schedule (school-day hours)
• No nights, weekends or on-call
• Supportive clinical team
• Meaningful impact on student health and academic success