Optometrist

GRACELIGHT COMMUNITY HEALTH•Los Angeles, CA

34d•$128,279 - $206,565•Onsite

About The Position

The Optometrist will perform routine procedures using independent professional judgment in the practice of optometry, within the scope of the laws of the state of California, the rules and regulations of the California Board of Optometry, and the policies of QueensCare Health Centers. This role involves examining the internal and external structure of the eyes to diagnose various eye diseases and vision conditions, prescribing appropriate treatments such as eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medicines, and referring patients when necessary. The Optometrist will also be responsible for completing patient charts in the Electronic Health Record system, participating in departmental meetings, and supervising optical staff.

Requirements

Completion of accredited four-year post-graduate degree program to earn their Doctor of Optometry (O.D.).
Successful completion of Optometry State Board examination to become licensed to practice in the State of California.
Ability to use computer for documentation of patient chart in Electronic Health Record system.
General computer/internet skills for email communications or other duties as assigned.

Responsibilities

Supports and implements the organization’s vision, mission and values.
Determines priorities and method of completing daily workload to insure that all responsibilities are carried out in a timely manner.
Performs all job functions in a professional and courteous manner, including answering phone calls and emails timely and providing excellent customer service.
Fosters and promotes a culture of service excellence and accountability.
Examines the internal and external structure of the eyes to diagnose eye diseases like glaucoma, cataracts and retinal disorders; systemic diseases like hypertension and diabetes; and vision conditions like nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism and presbyopia.
Performs testing to determine the patient’s ability to focus and coordinate eyes, and to judge depth and see colors accurately.
Prescribes eyeglasses, contact lenses, low vision aids, vision therapy and medicines to treat eye diseases.
Refers patients appropriately when services are not provided by QueensCare Health Centers or are outside the scope of Optometrists.
Examines and treats all patients scheduled to be seen by that Optometrist at QueensCare Health Centers.
Completes patient charts in the Electronic Health Record system according to accepted standards of optometric practice and specific requirements.
Participates in all departmental meetings as scheduled by the Director of Service and Chief Medical Officer.
Supervises optical staff to ensure accurate services are given.
Communicates with optical, support staff, management, and fellow OD teams to optimize quality and clinical care and service to patients.
Maintains all licensing and job requirements (CE, CPR, safety training, PPD).
Uses discretion and judgment in handling sensitive or confidential information, answers all employee and client inquiries in a timely and courteous manner, and listens to employee disputes.
Complies with organizational policies and procedures.
Performs all other duties as assigned.