Staff Optometrist-Recruitment​/Relocation Incentive-EDRP Approved-Open Continuous

Staff Optometrist

The Staff Optometrist provides comprehensive patient care, and participates in clinical activities relevant to the service. The role involves working collaboratively with the optometry team, including supporting the Chief Optometrist and other senior staff. Key responsibilities include delivering high-quality optometric care, assisting in the education of medical and optometry students, and contributing to performance improvement activities within the service. The Staff Optometrist focuses on providing care for ocular disease within the scope of Optometry.

The majority of the Staff Optometrist's time is dedicated to direct patient care and contributing to service excellence. While most work occurs at the primary duty station, travel and work at other sites may occasionally be required to meet the needs of the West Texas VA Health Care System (WTVAHCS). Interest and willingness to participate in academic research and education are encouraged.

The successful candidate must excel in teamwork, coordinating activities efficiently with ancillary staff, and effectively supporting the optometry team. Staff Optometrists should have significant experience in performing diagnostic and therapeutic optometric care. Experience in the treatment of medical glaucoma and retinal conditions is desirable, within the scope of their state license. The Staff Optometrist must have a comprehensive understanding of preventive medicine and primary care relevant to ocular health.

In addition to complying with Federal, national, and local regulatory, policy, and accreditation requirements, this position's responsibilities include:

• Perform and document comprehensive or targeted eye examinations.
• Provide patient care following national guidelines.
• Accurately document patient care activities in the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS) per WTVAHCS requirements.
• Order diagnostic studies pertinent to ocular evaluations.
• Prescribe medications for ocular diseases in accordance with federal and state laws or refer patients to appropriate specialists if outside the scope of optometry practice.
• Obtain consent for procedures when necessary and document appropriately.
• Consult with other healthcare disciplines as necessary to complete patient evaluations and ensure integrated care.
• Engage in health promotion and disease prevention activities, including patient education and shared decision-making.
• Maintain updated Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.

Support the Chief Optometrist and assist in all aspects of administrative duties as needed.

• Participate in the development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures.
• Contribute to performance improvement initiatives within the Optometry Service.

VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

Work Schedule:

Monday-Friday, 08:00am-04:30pm

Telework:
Available Ad Hoc Only

Virtual:
This is not a virtual position.

Relocation/Recruitment

Incentives:

May be authorized for a highly qualified candidate

EDRP Authorized:
Former EDRP participants are ineligible to apply for EDRP incentive. Contact vhaedrpprogramsupport, for questions/assistance. Learn more

Permanent Change of Station (PCS):
Not Authorized