Optometrist

Job Description:
Norton Sound Health Corporation (NSHC) has been serving Nome and the surrounding 15 villages since 1978 and upgraded to a brand new, state-of-the-art hospital in 2013. The optometry department is equipped with four exam lanes, ancillary testing: Optos, VF, OCT, TearCare, Lipiflow, and B-scan, and an optical department. This is an exciting opportunity for a medically oriented OD to join a collaborative, easy going practice. We are looking for a patient focused, flexible, self-motivated optometrist with strong diagnostic skills and a passion for delivering a great patient experience. We are looking for a team player who isn't afraid to think outside the box. Specific Duties: • Provide excellent eyecare at the hospital and in village clinics. • Provides outpatient care for patients of all ages with eye related disorders and conditions. • Provides complete documentation of exam in EHR including anterior and posterior evaluations of the eyes, dilates eyes when appropriate, orders and completes additional office procedures when appropriate, prescribes medication/glasses/contact lenses/vision aids/therapy, completes assessment and plan, patient education among others. • Practices optometry to the full scope of licensure. • Consults with other health care practitioners for co-management of eye diseases and systemic conditions. • Refers patients to trusted specialists as needed and follows up on results and reports. • Educates patients on proper eye care including eye hygiene and safety. • Has excellent customer service and organizational skills. • Willing to be flexible with their time, although off hours are rare. • Ability to adapt to and accept variable situations that may impact care delivery. • Works well under variable conditions and in a rural area
Position Urgency:
Quick Start
Shifts:
Mon - Fri, 8AM - 5PM
State License Details:
Not Needed
Minimum Years of Experience:
Less than 1 year
Specialty Type:
Audiology and Ophthalmology
Sub Specialty:
Ophthalmic Technician, Pharmacist
General Certifications:
BLS/BCLS
Bilingual:
No
Holiday Coverage Required:
No