UNIV-Clinical Assistant Professor of Optometry-Department of Ophthalmology Position Available In Berkeley, South Carolina

UNIV-Clinical Assistant Professor of Optometry-Department of Ophthalmology
Charleston, South Carolina
UNIV-Clinical Assistant Professor of Optometry-Department of Ophthalmology

R-0000047133

Charleston, South Carolina
Unclassified Nonfaculty-University
Other
Full Time
University (UNIV)
Job Description Summary
The Department of Ophthalmology would like to hire an optometrist to increase access and increase surgical consults with pediatric ophthalmologists. The department has engaged the ICCE and they are fully supportive.
Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC

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  Worker Type
  Employee
  Worker Sub-Type​
  Faculty
  Cost Center

CC000988 COM

Ophthalmology CC
Pay Rate Type
Salary
Pay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
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Scheduled Weekly Hours
40
Work Shift
Job Description

Job Description:

The Department of Ophthalmology would like to hire an optometrist to increase access and increase surgical consults with pediatric ophthalmologists. The
department has engaged the ICCE and they are fully supportive.

Minimum Requirements:

M.D. or equivalent
Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements:

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Note:

The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous

• 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent
• 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent
• 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position.

(Continuous) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to climb stairs. (Infrequent) Ability to climb ladders. (Infrequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Frequent) Ability to bend at the waist. (Frequent) Ability to twist at the waist. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform ‘pinching’ operations. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Continuous) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to fully use both legs. (Continuous) Ability to reach in all directions. (Continuous) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to maintain good olfactory sensory function. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 150 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 75 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 75 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to lift and carry patients weighing up to 300 lbs., assisted. (Frequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 200 lbs., unassisted. (Frequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Continuous) Ability to match or discriminate between colors. (Continuous) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to hear and understand whispered conversations at a distance of 3 feet. Must be able to maintain bi-lateral hand movement skills. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Continuous) Ability to be qualified physically (by medical personnel) for respirator use, initially and annually.

Additional New Requirements:

Ability to maintain a valid drivers license. Computer literacy. Ability to work rotating shifts. Ability to work overtime as required. Ability to learn and use new processes, tools and equipment as required.