Job Description

ILLINOIS COLLEGE OF OPTOMETRY

FACULTY POSITION

REPORTING RELATIONSHIP:

Vice President and Dean for Academic Affairs

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

Clinical/Didactic Education

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Precepts and monitors assigned student clinicians and residents in the Illinois Eye Institute Classroom teaching and laboratory teaching as assigned by the Dean/Vice President of Academic Affairs

Patient Care

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Delivers appropriate patient care and management according to clinical privileges granted by the Professional Standards Board Completes documentation and correspondence related to patient's medical record in a timely manner

Scholarly Activity

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Engages in activities to develop expertise as a scholar and educator Engages in activities to develop expertise as a clinical preceptor Engages in activities to develop expertise in patient care Develops and presents at professional meetings and conferences on a regular basis Contributes to the professional literature on a regular basis Attends continuing education to maintain the standard of care and clinical privileges

Service Administration

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Contributes to college strategic initiatives through committee participation and other related activities Involvement in professional activities on a local and national level Attends scheduled faculty, service, and department meetings

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES

Possess a Doctor of Optometry degree from an ACOE-accredited institution and are licensed or licensed eligible to practice in Illinois. Residency training in Primary Care or Pediatrics at an ACOE-accredited institution, or five years of equivalent experience, is preferred. Prior teaching experience is preferred but not required. Successful credentialing through IEI Professional Standards Board.

Effective Patient Care Skills

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Effective communication skills Attendance must be in accordance with College Policy and the IEI operating calendar Ability to meet deadlines regardless of circumstances or pressures


ICO offers a competitive salary commensurate with qualifications and experience. ICO benefits include medical and dental, 403(b) with match (once qualifications are met), free on-site CE, license and medical malpractice reimbursement, generous PTO, sick and education days, FSA pre-tax plans, support for educational meetings, and ICO qualifies as a Public Service Loan Forgiveness institution.

The Illinois College of Optometry and the Illinois Eye Institute have no contract or implied contract with its employees concerning the terms and conditions of employment. The Illinois College of Optometry and the Illinois Eye Institute and its employees each have the right to terminate the employment relationship at any time, with or without notice. No officer or employee of Illinois College of Optometry or Illinois Eye Institute has the authority to alter or amend this expressed policy except the President, who is authorized to alter or amend only in writing. Termination issues regarding faculty are governed by the Faculty Handbook.