Optometrist

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nThe Optometrist is responsible for examining the eyes and other parts of the visual system. They also diagnose and treat visual problems and manage diseases, injuries, and other disorders of the eyes. They conduct eye examinations, prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses as needed. The Optometrist ensures that the primary goal of efficiently providing vision care services that exceed customer expectations is achieved, while improving clinical and financial operations

nsTo perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential function satisfactorily with or without accommodation. The requirements listed below are representative, but not all inclusive, of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job function

• s.Perform comprehensive eye and vision test
• s.Diagnose defects of the eye, such as myopia, astigmatism, and glaucom
• a.Provide personalized temporary and permanent solutions to sight issues based on each patient’s specific case and medical histor
• y.Prescribe medications, eyeglasses and contact lense
• s.Advise patients on proper eye care technique
• s.Promote eye and general health by evaluating and counseling patient
• s.Keep updated and accurate medical records for all patient
• s.Book next appointments in cases where re-examination is require
• d.Train patients on how to use and maintain their contact lense
• s.Refer eye doctors and ophthalmologists when patients need to undergo a surgery or in cases of severe eye injurie
• s.Maintain patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per polic
• y.Maintain an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with Company policie
• s.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 Compan
• y.Other duties as assigned by managemen

• nts Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree and active California license in good stand
• ing.
  
  Excellent communication and interpersonal ski
• understanding of eye conditions and vision defe
• cts.
  
  Hands-on experience with eye examination tools, such as ophthalmoscope and tonome
• ter.
  
  The ability to explain medical terms simply and cal

• plus.
  
  Knowledge of Care Cloud

• tions
  
  Current, unrestricted California Optometrist Lic

• lents
  
  Applied understanding of general principles of optometry and best practices for the diagnosis and treatment of eye-related disorders and condit
• ions.
  
  Strong leadership skills and ability to coach, teach, and ins
• pire.
  
  Team player and individual contributor coupled with excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to provide guidance to less experienced team mem
• bers.
  
  Computer proficiency including knowledge of Word, Excel and use of standard office equip
• ment.
  
  Effective oral and written communications skills with internal and external customers at all le
• vels.
  
  Ability to respond to common inquiries from customers, staff, vendors, or other members of the business commu
• nity.
  
  Ability to draw valid conclusions, apply sound judgment in making decisions, and to make decisions under pres
• sure.
  
  Ability to direct the work of others and work as a Team Leader and Coach in attainment of g
• oals.
  
  Ability to interpret and apply policies and proced
• ures.
  
  Ability to address others professionally and respectfully by actions, words and d
• eeds.
  
  Detail oriented, organized, process focused, problem solver, self-motivated, proactive, customer service foc
• used.
  
  Display independent judgment by willingness to make timely and accurate decisions based on available information that is sometimes vague or limited in na
• ture.
  
  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 Com

nment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this

• job.
  
  This is primarily a medical office classification and may require frequent…