Optometrist - Remote

Qualifications

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATION: Must complete a Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree program from an accredited optometry school and complete all sections of the National Board of Examiners in Optometry exam. Current license to practice as a Doctor of Optometry (O.D.).

Required Knowledge

Successful completion of in-house training.

Experience Required

Minimum of 5 years as a practicing Doctor of Optometry (O.D).

Benefits

• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Insurance (Medical, Dental, and Vision)
• Paid Holidays
• 403b Retirement with up to 8% match (starts at 3% and increases with time of service at HPWO)
• Eligible to Apply for National Health Service Corps Loan Repayment
• Continuing Education Money ($3,000) that can be used for license, DEA, memberships, CE classes and travel expenses.
• Annual Raises
• Training Opportunities

Essential Functions and Basic Duties

• Aid in establishing vision policies, quality improvement procedures, and evaluate current practices, policies, and procedures.
• Stay abreast of changing healthcare landscape and opportunities for utilization of technologies to support the enhanced provision of vision services for patients.
• Maintain supervision and communication with optical and support staff to optimize quality clinical care and services.
• Assist the Clinical Director in designing, implementing, and evaluating educational programs for the Health Partners of Western Ohio patients and vision staff.
• Assist in developing the vision care plan and review of the program requirements; and recommend changes when necessary to carry out the vision plan as required.
• Adhere to the highest standards of vision practice, ethics, and professionalism.
• Recommend changes in all vision areas, and/or general areas to improve the patient flow, medical records, billing practices, and appointment practices.
• Document all patient care provided according to policy.
• Formulate and direct a plan of care for the patient.
• Refer to physicians or specialists, as needed.
• Respond to vision emergencies.
• Other duties as required by the funding agencies to carry out contractual agreements and/or as established by the Health Partners of Western Ohio, Management and Board of Directors.
• Must become familiar with the Federal and State rules, regulations, and practices in a Community Health Center.
• Become familiar with Federal and State Health care program requirements and assist in carrying out these programs.
• Assist in developing the vision care plan and review of the program requirements; and recommend changes when necessary to carry out the vision plan as required.
• Adhere to the Health Partners of Western Ohio Integrated Health Care Philosophy.
• Participate in Performance Improvement/Risk Management Program.
• Utilize supplies cost-effectively while ensuring that the vision department stays within budget.
• Participate in continuing education and professional growth.
• Maintain knowledge of, and complies with, personnel and Vision policies and procedures.
• Adhere to the standards and policies of the Organizational Privacy/ Security and Compliance Programs, including the duty to comply with applicable laws and regulations (HIPAA, OSHA, OIG guidelines, and other State and Federal laws).
• Promote eye and general health by counseling patients.
• Analyze test results and develop a treatment plan.
• Respond to vision emergencies.
• Other duties as required by the funding agencies to carry out contractual agreements and/or as established by the Health Partners of Western Ohio, Management and Board of Directors.
• Must become familiar with the Federal and State rules, regulations, and practices in a Community Health Center.
• Become familiar with Federal and State Health care program requirements and assist in carrying out these programs.
• Assist in developing the vision care plan and review of the program requirements; and recommend changes when necessary to carry out the vision plan as required.
• Adhere to the Health Partners of Western Ohio Integrated Health Care Philosophy.
• Participate in Performance Improvement/Risk Management Program.
• Provide services in office and throughout community in an outreach manner.
• May be responsible for driving HPWO vehicle to provide services.
• The position is responsible for other duties as assigned.