Optometrist (Pediatric Myopia Management Specialist)

Position Overview & Clinical Governance:

1. We are seeking a skilled Optometrist with expertise in myopia management to provide comprehensive pediatric eye examinations, diagnosis, treatment, and ongoing care.
2. The role follows evidence-based clinical guidelines while maintaining independent clinical judgment. Responsibilities include accurate documentation, effective patient communication, and high standards of professional and ethical conduct.
3. This is primarily an on-site, patient-facing role, with limited remote days for administrative and professional development activities.

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Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Clinical Care:

• Conduct comprehensive pediatric eye examinations with emphasis on myopia diagnosis and progression assessment
• Perform or oversee diagnostic testing and clinical procedures as appropriate, including pre-examination measurements and advanced diagnostic evaluations, particularly when clinical circumstances or staffing needs require direct physician involvement
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical findings and professional judgment
• Interpret diagnostic data, including axial length measurements and corneal topography
• Provide follow-up care to monitor treatment effectiveness and disease progression
• Modify treatment plans as clinically indicated
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) system

Patient & Family Communication:

• Educate patients and families on myopia progression and available treatment options
• Provide clear instructions regarding treatment compliance, contact lens care, and follow-up expectations
• Ensure patients and families understand long-term monitoring requirements

Clinical Collaboration & Quality Alignment:

1. The Optometrist will actively contribute to a collaborative clinical environment focused on consistency, quality, and continuous improvement in pediatric myopia care.

Clinical Collaboration:

• Collaborate with clinical leadership and peers to support consistent application of evidence-based care standards
• Participate in peer consultation and case discussions to promote high-quality patient outcomes
• Maintain current knowledge of pediatric myopia research and evolving clinical best practices through continuing education and professional development activities
• Contribute to the advancement of clinical standards and best practices within the organization as appropriate to experience and expertise

Continuing Education & Professional Engagement:

• Lead or participate in continuing education events, professional webinars, and educational presentations, including preparation of materials and clinical content as needed
• Collaborate with referring eye care professionals and healthcare providers to ensure coordinated care

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Qualifications:

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry school
• Active and unrestricted Maryland optometry license required
• Active Virginia optometry license preferred
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical optometry experience preferred
• Experience in myopia management and/or specialty contact lenses preferred
• Strong clinical judgment and diagnostic skills
• Proficiency with advanced diagnostic technology and myopia control technologies
• Excellent communication and patient education abilities
• Compassionate, child-centered approach to care
• Attention to detail and documentation accuracy
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Commitment to continuing education and professional development