Optometrist III

Job Description

Perform general eye examination, address the patient's chief complaint and diagnose chronic and acute conditions affecting the ocular system, and formulate plans to manage or treat any of these conditions assessed.

Education

• Doctorate: Graduate from an accredited school of Optometry with a Doctor of Optometry Degree.

Certification & Licensure

• OPT-Optometrist
• BLS-Basic Life Support Skills

Knowledge

• Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to apply the principles, theories, practices and techniques of optometric practice, including anatomy, physiology, pathology and mechanics of the human eye, visual processes and detailed knowledge of ocular pharmacology and therapeutics.
• Medical knowledge with competent and quality skills applicable to perform within the scope of practice.
• Professional, role model with leadership qualities that are motivated and demonstrate initiative in their work.
• Good verbal and written communication/consultative/collaborative skills for regular contact with young patient, adult patient, along with fellow physicians and staff.
• Clear and complete documentation skills along with computer data entry skills to enter patient information.
• Team player with ability to work with others in a flexible and cooperative manner.
• Must be able to maximize the utilization of resources and manage varying procedures and interruptions.
• Sets to further skills through continuing education per license requirements.

Requirements

• 5 years recent relevant experience.

Shift Details

• Days Schedule: Per Diem/Casual Shift
• Hours: 8 Days Of The Week Monday - Friday
• Weekend: None

Requirements

• None

Benefits

• No Unions

Status

• Non-Exempt

Weekly Hours

• 0

Employee Status

• Per Diem/Casual

Pay Range

• $71.43 to $107.15 / hour

Compensation

• The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled.
• Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs.
• Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program.
• Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.