The posting
Position Classification
PT Adjunct
Position Summary
The faculty member will provide a mixture of direct patient care and student clinical instruction at the Detroit Mercy Eye Institute while supporting the mission and goals of the School of Optometry and in accordance with university policies and applicable laws.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities
- Adopt and advance the mission and goals of the School of Optometry.
- Comply with organizational policies and procedures
- Work collaboratively with clinic management to promote quality assurance, maintain financial stability, and advance process improvement.
- Provide professional optometric services that include comprehensive eye exams along with the diagnosis and management of ocular disease.
- Participate in training of student interns, including precepting, grading, and delivery of timely feedback.
- Adhere to the principles of the American Optometric Association Code of Ethics.
- Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills.
- Create and maintain supportive and professional relationships with faculty, interns, and staff.
- Solicit feedback from students and colleagues to evaluate effectiveness in teaching.
- Perform other duties as assigned or as needs arise relating to the effective implementation of the program.
Minimum Qualifications
- Education - A doctorate degree
- Employment – Two year to five years
Preferred Qualifications
Completion of residency program or minimum of 3 year of clinical experience.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
- Demonstrate excellent oral and written communication skills
- Ability to collaborate effectively with individuals from diverse backgrounds.
Physical Requirements
Job may require lifting light weight objects (1 to 10 pounds) with no repetitive bending or stooping. Occasionally lift average weight objects (1 to 10 pounds).
Work Environment
Regular exposure to favorable conditions such as those found in a normal office.
Licenses/Certifications
Michigan Optometry license or eligible to obtain a Michigan license.
Salary/Pay Information
Commensurate with experience
Anticipated Schedule
TBD



