Optometrist

Job summary

The Optometrist will perform comprehensive eye exams and diabetic eye evaluations to detect and manage ocular complications. They will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of endocrinologists and educate patients on eye health and disease prevention.

Job details

Company Description LMC Healthcare (LMC) is Canada’s largest specialist care provider in diabetes and endocrinology, delivering accessible, comprehensive, and patient-centered services. With 11 multi-disciplinary centers of excellence in Ontario and Alberta, LMC’s 50+ Endocrinologists are supported by an integrated team of Physician Assistants, Diabetes Educators, Optometrists, Chiropodists, and Clinical Psychologists. The organization serves over 77,000 patients annually through seven industry-leading programs, including optometry and eye specialist care. Guided by a vision to lead in personalized comprehensive care, LMC is committed to collaboration, excellence, compassion, innovation, and integrity. Team members join a culture that values evidence-based practice, inclusivity, continuous learning, and ethical patient care. Role Description This is a part-time, on-site Optometrist role based in Barrie, ON with open availability on Mondays, Tuesdays and Fridays. The Optometrist will provide comprehensive eye examinations, including refraction, ocular health assessments, and diabetic eye evaluations, with a focus on early detection and management of ocular complications related to diabetes and endocrine conditions. Responsibilities include interpreting diagnostic test results, documenting findings in the medical record, collaborating closely with endocrinologists and the interdisciplinary care team, and educating patients on eye health, disease prevention, and treatment options. The Optometrist will also coordinate referrals to ophthalmology or other specialists as needed, support the optometry and eye specialist care program, and contribute to quality improvement and evidence-based practice initiatives. We are a full family practice with an optical store on site. Qualifications Licensed Optometrist in good standing with the appropriate provincial regulatory body (e.g., College of Optometrists of Ontario). Clinical expertise in comprehensive eye examinations, ocular disease detection and management (including diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma), refraction, and prescription of corrective lenses. Strong patient-centered communication skills, including the ability to explain diagnoses, treatment plans, and preventive care clearly and empathetically to diverse patient populations. Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary healthcare team, contributing to integrated diabetes and endocrine care and coordinating referrals and follow-up. Solid clinical documentation and electronic medical record (EMR) skills, with attention to detail, regulatory compliance, and quality assurance. Commitment to evidence-based practice, continuous learning, and participation in professional development or clinical research activities when appropriate. Strong organizational and time-management skills, with the ability to manage a busy clinical schedule while maintaining high standards of care. Experience working with patients living with diabetes or chronic conditions is an asset; additional certifications or training in ocular disease management are beneficial.

What you’ll do

The Optometrist will perform comprehensive eye exams and diabetic eye evaluations to detect and manage ocular complications. They will collaborate with an interdisciplinary team of endocrinologists and educate patients on eye health and disease prevention.

Requirements

Candidates must be a licensed Optometrist in good standing with the provincial regulatory body and possess expertise in ocular disease management. Strong communication skills and experience with electronic medical records are required.

Listed skills

• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Comprehensive Eye Examinations
• Ocular Health Assessments
• Diabetic Eye Evaluations
• Refraction
• Ocular Disease Management
• Patient Communication
• Interdisciplinary Collaboration
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Clinical Documentation
• Patient Education
• Referral Coordination
• Evidence-Based Practice

Job areas

• Healthcare