Optometrist- $200k Lancaster

Essential Functions

• Perform comprehensive eye and vision tests.
• Diagnose defects of the eye, such as myopia, astigmatism, and glaucoma.
• Provide personalized temporary and permanent solutions to sight issues based on each patient’s specific case and medical history.
• Preserve and update medical records for all patients.
• Book next appointments in cases where re-examination is required.
• Train patients on how to use and maintain their contact lenses.
• Refer eye doctors and ophthalmologists when patients need to undergo a surgery or in cases of severe eye injuries.
• Maintain patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy.
• Maintain an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with Company policies.
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal and other regulations (e.g., OSHA, WC, HIPAA, ADA, FEHA, DOL, HR policies and practices).
• Stay current with changes in the healthcare environment and act accordingly in the best interest of the Company.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Requirements

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree and active California license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years’ work experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth understanding of eye conditions and vision defects.
• Hands-on experience with eye examination tools, such as ophthalmoscope and tonometer.
• The ability to explain medical terms simply and calmly.

Desirable

• Glaucoma Certification a plus.
• Knowledge of Care Cloud EMR.

Certificates/Licenses/Registrations

Current, unrestricted California Optometrist License.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities/Talents

• Applied understanding of general principles of optometry and best practices for the diagnosis and treatment of eye-related disorders and conditions.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to coach, teach, and inspire.
• Team player and individual contributor coupled with excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to provide guidance to less experienced team members.
• Computer proficiency including knowledge of Word, Excel and use of standard office equipment.
• Effective oral and written communications skills with internal and external customers at all levels.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries from customers, staff, vendors, or other members of the business community.
• Ability to draw valid conclusions, apply sound judgment in making decisions, and to make decisions under pressure.
• Ability to direct the work of others and work as a Team Leader and Coach in attainment of goals.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.
• Ability to address others professionally and respectfully by actions, words and deeds.
• Detail oriented, organized, process focused, problem solver, self-motivated, proactive, customer service focused.
• Display independent judgment by willingness to make timely and accurate decisions based on available information that is sometimes vague or limited in nature.
• Ability to multitask effectively and work in a fast paced and sometimes ambiguous environment, without compromising quality of work.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and projects with limited direction, while understanding and contributing to the success of the Company.

Work Environment

• This is primarily a medical office classification and may require frequent visits and driving to medical offices in the designated region, which requires the ability to drive an automobile.
• Temperature conditions are controlled with limited direct exposure to hazardous physical substances.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
• There is regular exposure to doctors, patients, staff, and vendors.