Hiring Range - $105,000 - 115,000\annually
FLSA Status - Exempt
Optometrist General Description
The Optometrist diagnoses, manages, and treats conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system. This position will include analyzing vision tests, identifying sight problems, and prescribing corrective lenses and eyeglasses. This position will require OSHA training and will be subject to blood and other bodily fluids. In accordance with HIPAA regulations, this position requires full access to Protected Health Information (PHI). Such disclosure is necessary to perform the requirements of the job. Confidentiality of PHI must be maintained.
Mission & Value Statements
The mission of Salina Family Healthcare Center is to serve our community at the crossroads of compassionate healthcare and professional education.
Salina Family Healthcare Center is guided by the following fundamental values:
Excellence;
Innovation;
Access;
Teamwork;
Social justice;
Education;
Ethics & integrity;
Patient-centered.
Optometrist Essential Duties
1. Evaluates the visual system, eye and adnexa to diagnose, treat and manage refractive and ocular conditions. Provides
and/or refers for diagnostic testing, vision therapy and low vision services as applicable. Treats and/or refers ocular
pathology appropriately based on experience and privileges.
2. Examines eyes, using observation, instruments and pharmaceutical agents to determine visual acuity and perception,
focus and coordination to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities, such as diabetes or hypertension.
3. Prescribes, supplies, fits and adjusts eyeglasses, contact lenses and other vision aids.
4. Prescribes medications to treat eye diseases, removes foreign bodies from the eye, and analyzes test results and
develops appropriate treatment plans.
5. Prescribes therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision and provides vision therapy and low-vision
rehabilitation.
6. Educates and counsels patients on contact lens care, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements and safety factors.
7. Provides patients undergoing eye surgeries, such as cataract and laser vision correction, with pre- and post-operative
care.
8. Completes all required documentation accurately, timely and thoroughly in accordance with department standards and
to comply with electronic medical record requirements, including medication reconciliation, and finalizing notes.
9. Supervises the Eye Clinic staff. Ensures departmental compliance with regulatory agencies, SHEF policies and
procedures.
10. Attend, arrange, and/or present didactic noon conference sessions as assigned.
11. Participate in the Clinical Providers meeting and other committee meetings as assigned/appointed.
12. Willingness to educate medical residents, students, patients, other healthcare personnel, and the community.
13. Work collaboratively with the clinical team to promote continuity of patient care.
14. Attend and participate in meetings as assigned (joint staff, department, etc.).
15. Perform other duties as assigned.
Optometrist Skills Required
1. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with staff, patients, and the public.
2. Adhere to and promote HIPAA privacy rules and regulations.
3. Demonstrate excellent interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills.
4. Manage multiple tasks, work under pressure, and prioritize workload.
5. Consistently follow written policies and procedures.
6. Work independently and use good judgment.
Optometrist Education and Experience Required
1. Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry school;
2. Current KS licensure to practice optometry;
3. Must have and maintain BLS certification;
4. Social and cultural sensitivity appropriate to ethnically and economically diverse patient and employee-base.
Optometrist Education and Experience Preferred
1. Two years of relevant clinical experience working as an Optometrist;
2. Prior supervisory experience.
To see the full job description, please email careers@salinahealth.org with your requests.
