Optometrist chez St. John’s Community Health

Position to serve as Optometrist on Mobile Clinic and Occasional Clinic

The Optometrist at St. John’s Community Health possesses a strong work ethic, high energy, great personality, motivation, professional chair-side manner, and a can-do attitude to deliver exceptional patient care. St. John’s Community Health is ideal for an optometrist seeking a strategic, forward-thinking partnership with a stable company in a fast-paced environment.

Benefits:

• Free Medical, Dental & Vision
• 13 Paid Holidays + PTO
• 403 (B) retirement match
• Life Insurance, EAP
• Flexible Spending Account
• Continued workforce development & training
• Succession plans & growth within

Qualifications/Licensure

Performs a combination, but not necessarily all, of the following duties:

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.)
• California License
• Bilingual English/Spanish (preferred)
• Proficient Microsoft Office and Excel (familiarity with medical terminology)
• EHR- Electronic Health Record (Preferred) 
• PMS- Practice Management System (Preferred) 
• Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise 
• Ability to convey a warm, caring attitude for patients while representing the best interest of SJCH
• BLS certified 
• Board certified or Board eligible
• Employees are responsible for maintaining individual certifications as required by job function or by law and provide Verification and re-certification when requested by management.

Responsibilities 

Performs a combination, but not necessarily all, of the following duties:

• Performs examinations of the internal and external structure of the eyes and eye health; testing patient's visual acuity, depth and color perception, and ability to focus and coordinate the eyes; administering medication to aid in diagnosing diseases and disorders.
• Develops treatment plans by analyzing test results; establishing diagnoses, such as glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal disorders; systemic diseases such as hypertension and diabetes; and vision conditions including nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia. 
• Treats patients by explaining condition and treatment options; prescribing eyeglasses and contact lenses; providing vision therapy and low vision rehabilitation; prescribing and administering medications.
• Treats special problems by referring patients to specialists. 
• Documents patient care by charting patient condition and treatment in records.
• Maintains safe, clean, and healthy working environment by complying with procedures, rules, and regulations; adhering to infection-control policies and protocols. 
• Ensures proper operation of equipment by completing preventive maintenance requirements; follows manufacturer's instructions; troubleshooting malfunctions; calling for repairs. 
• Develops staff by providing information; developing and conducting in-service training programs.
• Maintain current knowledge-base and appropriate licensure

Additional Requirements: 

• Must be comfortable working in a mobile setting at various school sites; this includes Brick and Mortar.
• Reliable transportation and flexibility to travel between Los Angeles, San Bernardino, and Riverside Counties as needed.
• Flexibility to work evenings and weekends as needed for community events.
• Enjoys working with school-aged children.
• Possess high tolerance for ambiguity and change.

 St. John’s Community Health is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer