Overview
Oversees the patient's diagnosis, treatment and prevention of vision problems and eye diseases within the scope of his/her licensure.
Salary
$119,000 - $154,000 (plus incentive bonus) with the possibility of higher compensation for highly experienced candidates.
Responsibilities
- Examine eyes using observation, instruments, and pharmaceutical agents to determine visual acuity, perception, focus, and coordination, and to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities.
- Practice at the full scope of licensure and prescribe medications to treat eye diseases as permitted by state law.
- Prescribe, supply, fit, and adjust eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision aids.
- Analyze test results and develop treatment plans.
- Educate and counsel patients on contact lens care, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements, and safety factors.
- Remove foreign bodies from the eye.
- Order and interpret special-testing data for patients.
- Observe and train staff regarding appropriate work-up procedures.
- Consult with and refer patients to ophthalmologists or other healthcare practitioners when additional medical treatment is necessary.
- Provide pre‑ and post‑operative care to patients undergoing eye surgeries such as cataract and laser vision correction.
- Prescribe therapeutic procedures to correct or preserve vision.
- Promote a positive work culture and uphold clinic policies and procedures, including the WE CARE standards of behavior.
- Maintain confidentiality regarding CBHA activities, reports, financials, patient health information, and other proprietary information.
- Serve as a clinical lead in the absence of the Director of Eye Care.
- Execute other duties as assigned.
Qualifications
Professional and Technical Knowledge:
- Maintain authoritative skill and knowledge in the principles of sound medical practice.
- Be familiar with the scope of practice and regulatory authority governing the practice of opticians and ophthalmic technicians.
- Be attuned to the unique needs of the indigent and underserved, with a focus on rural medicine.
- Hold a degree in optometry from an accredited school and be licensed to practice in Washington.
License/Certification:
- Possesses an unrestricted license to practice optometry in the State of Washington.