Optometry Resident at Emory University

Atlanta, Georgia, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

19 Feb, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

21 Nov, 25

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Optometry, Patient Care, Ocular Disease Management, Low Vision Rehabilitation, Telemedicine, Teaching, Research, Collaboration

Industry

Higher Education

Description

Discover Your Career at Emory University Emory University is a leading research university that fosters excellence and attracts world-class talent to innovate today and prepare leaders for the future. We welcome candidates who can contribute to the excellence of our academic community. Description About the Program:The Emory Eye Center offers a comprehensive Optometry Residency Program designed to provide advanced clinical training in primary eye care, ocular disease management, and low vision rehabilitation. Residents will work alongside faculty in a multidisciplinary environment, gaining experience in patient care, specialty clinics, and collaborative research. Responsibilities: Deliver high-quality optometric care in outpatient and hospital-based settings. Participate in specialty clinics such as low vision, ocular disease, and telemedicine initiatives. Engage in teaching activities for optometry students and ophthalmology residents. Contribute to scholarly projects and departmental research. Qualifications: Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution. Completion of an accredited optometry residency or strong interest in advanced clinical training. Eligibility for Georgia optometry licensure. Commitment to patient-centered care and academic excellence. Preferred Experience: Background in ocular disease, low vision rehabilitation, or pediatric optometry. Interest in telehealth and underserved population care. NOTE: Position tasks are required to be performed in-person at an Emory University location; working remote is not an option. Emory reserves the right to change this status with notice to employee. Additional Details Emory is an equal opportunity employer, and qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, protected veteran status or other characteristics protected by state or federal law. Emory University does not discriminate in admissions, educational programs, or employment, including recruitment, hiring, promotions, transfers, discipline, terminations, wage and salary administration, benefits, and training. Students, faculty, and staff are assured of participation in university programs and in the use of facilities without such discrimination. Emory University complies with Section 503 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Vietnam Era Veteran's Readjustment Assistance Act, and applicable executive orders, federal and state regulations regarding nondiscrimination, equal opportunity, and affirmative action (for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities). Inquiries regarding this policy should be directed to the Emory University Department of Equity and Civil Rights Compliance, 201 Dowman Drive, Administration Building, Atlanta, GA 30322. Telephone: 404-727-9867 (V) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). Emory University is committed to ensuring equal access and providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities upon request. To request this document in an alternate format or to seek a reasonable accommodation, please contact the Department of Accessibility Services at accessibility@emory.edu or call 404-727-9877 (Voice) | 404-712-2049 (TDD). We kindly ask that requests be made at least seven business days in advance to allow adequate time for coordination.

Responsibilities

Residents will deliver high-quality optometric care in various settings and participate in specialty clinics. They will also engage in teaching activities and contribute to scholarly projects.