Optometry Resident - Ophthalmology and Visual Science, Full-Time, Days

Be a part of a world-class academic healthcare system at UChicago Medicine as an Optometry Resident with our Ophthalmology clinic in Hyde Park. The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Science provides medical and surgical treatment of eye diseases. The department's interests include cataract surgery with lens implantation, transplantation including corneal diseases plus refractive surgery, vitreo-retinal surgery, and medical diseases of the retina including special treatment of diabetic retinopathy and age-related retinal degenerations, eye plastic surgery, strabismus surgery, and neuro-ophthalmology.

At UChicago Medicine, we offer comprehensive eye care services, including screenings and treatments for common eye conditions like cataracts and glaucoma, as well as glasses prescriptions. Our expert Ophthalmology and Visual Science team is dedicated to providing advanced medical and surgical solutions for a wide range of ocular disorders affecting patients of all ages, from infants to adults.

The Optometry Analyst, Resident examines eyes to determine visual acuity, diagnose diseases, and develops appropriate treatment plans.  They also coordinate prescription and maintenance of eyeglasses and other vision aids and actively participates in teaching students and residents techniques and procedures in clinical settings while continuing to acquire higher level knowledge and skills. They are under the direct supervision of the Eye Center Nurse Manager and Clinical Medical Director/Clinical Educator. They will participate in the exam and care of Eye Center patients.

Essential Job Functions:

• Uses different tools to examine eyes to determine visual acuity, perception, focus, and coordination.
• Diagnoses diseases and abnormalities using knowledge and experience in own area.
• Analyzes test results for possible solutions using standard procedures and develop appropriate treatment for patients, such as prescribing glasses.
• Promotes eye health by counseling patients and referring them to an ophthalmologist or other healthcare practitioner if additional medical treatment is necessary.
• Provides patients undergoing eye surgeries with pre- and post-operative care.
• Performs other related work as needed
• Receives a moderate level of guidance and direction. 
• Documents clinical care as required  
• May participate in research projects as directed by clinical supervisor

Required Qualifications:

• Requires knowledge and experience in own discipline; still acquiring higher-level knowledge and skills
• Doctor of Optometry

Preferred Qualifications:

• Knowledge and skills developed through 2-5 years of work experience in a related job discipline

Position Details:

• Job Type/FTE: Full-Time (1.0 FTE)
• Shift: Evening – 8-hour shift
• Work Location: Onsite - Hyde Park
• Unit/Department: Ophthalmology   
• CBA Code: Non-Union

In this role, we anticipate that you will generally work approximately 40 hours per week. We anticipate that you will generally be scheduled to work the day shift, from approximately 8:00 am - 5:00 pm and will not be scheduled for on-call shifts. We anticipate you will be scheduled to work 100% at the Hyde Park campus. The days of the week that you are scheduled will be Monday-Friday. You will not be scheduled to work on weekends.

We’ve been at the forefront of medicine since 1899. We provide superior healthcare with compassion, always mindful that each patient is a person, an individual. To accomplish this, we need employees with passion, talent and commitment… with patients and with each other. We’re in this together: working to advance medical innovation, serve the health needs of the community, and move our collective knowledge forward. If you’d like to add enriching human life to your profile, UChicago Medicine is for you. Here at the forefront, we’re doing work that really matters. Join us. Bring your passion.

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UChicago Medicine is an equal opportunity employer.  We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, ethnicity, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, civil union status, parental status, religion, national origin, age, disability, veteran status and other legally protected characteristics.

Must comply with UChicago Medicine’s COVID-19 Vaccination requirement as a condition of employment. If you have already received the vaccination, you must provide proof as part of the pre-employment process. This is in addition to your compliance with the Flu Vaccination requirement as well. Medical and religious exemptions will be considered consistent with applicable law. Lastly, a pre-employment physical, drug screening, and background check are also required for all employees prior to hire.

Compensation & Benefits Overview

UChicago Medicine is committed to transparency in compensation and benefits.  The pay range provided reflects the anticipated wage or salary reasonably expected to be offered for the position.

The pay range is based on a full-time equivalent (1.0 FTE) and is reflective of current market data, reviewed on an annual basis. Compensation offered at the time of hire will vary based on candidate qualifications and experience and organizational considerations, such as internal equity. Pay ranges for employees subject to Collective Bargaining Agreements are negotiated by the medical center and their respective union.

Review the full complement of benefit options for eligible roles at Benefits - UChicago Medicine.