Optometrist

Job DescriptionOverviewThe U.S. Navy is seeking licensed Optometrists and graduating Doctors of Optometry (O.D.) to serve as commissioned Officers in the Navy Medical Service Corps. As a Navy Optometrist you will serve the routine and acute eye-care needs of military personnel, their families and those in need around the globe.ResponsibilitiesPerform comprehensive eye examinations & vision assessmentsDiagnose and manage ocular disease and visual disordersPrescribe corrective lenses and treatment plansProvide patient education and preventive eye care servicesSurgical co-managementSubspecialty focuses such as low vision, traumatic brain injury rehab, specialty contact lenses and morePay & BenefitsCompetitive salary and officer compensation payUp to $120,000-$170,000+ total yearly compensation depending on experience, rank and incentivesSigning bonus & specialty incentive payFree medical and dental coverage30 days paid vacation annuallyHousing and food allowance (tax-exempt)Retirement and pension benefitsPost-9/11 GI Bill college benefitsQualificationsCitizenship: U.S. CitizenAge: Commission before the age of 42 (age waivers, accepted case-by-case basis)Education: Graduate with Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree from an accredited institution by the Accreditation Council on Optometric EducationLicense: Currently licensed and practicing in the U.S. (new graduates must obtain a license within one year of beginning Active Duty service)ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE OBLIGATION: 3-4 years* This is a full time active duty position as a Navy Officer in the Medical Service Corps (MSC) *HOW TO APPLY:If you are interested, click "Apply" to proceed to the pre-screening questionnaires and register your contact information at: https://www.navy.com/start?activity=1309997