Optometrist/Instructor

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Location : Omaha, NE

Requisition Number : 2024 - 321

Department : Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences 50000516

Business Unit (College / Institute) : College of Medicine

FTE : 100

Reg-Temp : Full-Time Regular

Work Schedule : M-F, 8 : 00 - 5 : 00

Requisition Category : Faculty

Requisition Title : Optometrist / Instructor

Job Title / Academic Rank : Optometrist / Instructor

Appointment Type : L1 - REG SPECIAL FAC / S

Salary Range : Salary Commensurate with Experience

Job / EEO Category : Faculty

Job Requisition Begin Date : 09 / 09 / 2024

Position Summary : The Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at the University of Nebraska Medical Center in Omaha, NE, is seeking an optometrist.

Position requires a state licensed Doctor of Optometry, O.D. / Optometrist. The candidate will be expected to perform routine eye exams, vision therapy, spectacle lenses, and contact lenses.

Candidate will provide educational instruction to fellows, residents, and medical students. Applications are being accepted online at http : / / unmc.

peopleadmin.com / postings / 88388. Individuals from diverse backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Required Qualifications :

State licensed Doctor of Optometry (O.D. / Optometrist)

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

WORKING ENVIRONMENT : Office environment, Clinical environment

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS :

• Bending, stooping, twisting : Occasionally
• Crawling : Occasionally
• Driving : Not Applicable
• Kneeling : Occasionally
• Reaching : Occasionally
• Sitting : Occasionally
• Standing : Occasionally
• Squatting : Occasionally
• Walking : Occasionally

EXPOSURES :

• Atmospheric : No
• Blood / body fluids : No
• Chemical hazards : No
• Working on or around moving machinery : No
• Electrical current : No
• Noise : No
• Changes of temperature / humidity : No
• Wear PPE : No
• Work with laboratory animals : No
• Radiation : No
• Operating hand / power tools : No

Fine Manipulation : Both

Repetitive Motion : Both

Grasping : Both

Additional : Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.

EEO Statement

The University of Nebraska Medical Center (UNMC) is committed to creating a diverse and inclusive work and learning environment free from discrimination and harassment.

UNMC is dedicated to creating an environment where everyone feels valued, respected and included. UNMC does not discriminate based on race, color, ethnicity, national origin, sex, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, religion, disability, age, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, and / or political affiliation in its programs, activities, or employment.

UNMC complies with all local, state and federal laws prohibiting discrimination, including Title IX, which prohibits discrimination on the basis of sex.

Optional Documents :

Requisition Specific Questions

• Are you a state licensed Doctor of Optometry (O.D. / Optometrist)?
• How did you hear about this position?
• Careerlink
• Employee Referral
• HERC
• Indeed
• Job Fair
• Lincoln Journal Star
• Linkedin
• Omaha World Herald
• UNMC Job Site
• Facebook
• NEWorks
• Handshake
• Other
• If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA. (Open Ended Question)

Individuals who need accommodation during the online application or interview process may contact 402-559-4070 or jobs@unmc.

edu to request an accommodation.

For questions regarding application, please contact UNMC Staffing at [email protected].

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