Optometrist - Calabasas & Westwood

Ucla Health Systems • Los Angeles, CA

388d • $85,900 - $128,900

About The Position

The Optometrist position at UCLA Health Systems involves providing professional optometric services at the Stein Eye Calabasas and Glaucoma Division clinics. The role is crucial in delivering exceptional patient experiences and contributing to the overall mission of the Department of Ophthalmology.

Requirements

• Possession and maintenance of an active license to practice optometry from the California Board of Optometry
• Exceptional oral and written communication skills including knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology
• Ability to work in a cooperative and collegial fashion with other members of the Division
• Ability to work quickly and efficiently under a variable but often very busy workload
• Ability to function in a research environment with patients enrolled in clinical study protocols
• Ability to learn new routines quickly and follow them consistently
• Proficiency in Apple and Windows operating systems, Microsoft Word and Excel, email, calendaring programs, and web browsers
• Demonstrated or acquired competency in office and medical center based data and electronic records systems (Epic/Kaleidoscope, etc.)

Responsibilities

• Perform optometric exams and imaging
• Record all examination findings and recommendations
• Provide patient education on surgery, lens options, astigmatism management, etc.
• Code and bill for examinations
• Write prescriptions for glasses and review medication requests
• Participate in the identification and recruitment of patients who are eligible for participation in clinical trials

Benefits

• Competitive salary range of $85,900-128,900 annually
• Opportunity to work in a world-class health system
• Engagement in clinical trials and research opportunities

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: No Education Listed