Community Optometrist: Primary Eye Care & Emergency Services

Indian Health Service; Utah; On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Federal benefits access

Job summary

The Indian Health Service in Utah is seeking an Optometric Physician to join their team and contribute significantly to Native communities. The role involves performing a wide range of primary eye care services, including diagnosis and treatment of various ocular diseases.

Applicants must hold a Doctor of Optometry degree and a valid optometry license. This position offers competitive federal employment benefits and requires one year of specialized experience in the field.

Qualifications

• Must have a Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited program.
• Current, full, and unrestricted license to practice optometry required.
• One year of specialized experience in eye care services is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Examine, diagnose, and treat visual system diseases.
• Provides comprehensive primary eye care, including ocular disease management.
• Perform emergency ocular care as needed.

Skills

Optometry

Primary eye care services

Diagnosis and treatment of ocular diseases

Education

Doctor of Optometry degree

Job description

The Indian Health Service in Utah is seeking an Optometric Physician to join their team and contribute significantly to Native communities. The role involves performing a wide range of primary eye care services, including diagnosis and treatment of various ocular diseases.

Applicants must hold a Doctor of Optometry degree and a valid optometry license. This position offers competitive federal employment benefits and requires one year of specialized experience in the field.