OPTOMETRIST

Marimn Health; Plummer (ID); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision for employee &

Dependents coverage

401(k) with 10% employer match

Employer paid life insurance

Short and long term disability

PTO with adjustable personal days

Job summary

Marimn Health is seeking an Optometrist (OD) for a position in Plummer, ID. The OD must maintain Idaho licensure and have at least 2 years of practice, with EMR experience and the ability to work within a multidisciplinary team.

The role involves full-scope medical eye care, coordination with medical staff, and adherence to QI standards. Employment includes comprehensive benefits and a supportive work environment focused on community health.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) accredited by the Council of Optometric Education.
• Must be able to obtain and maintain current, unrestricted Idaho OD license.
• A minimum of 2 years in practice is required.
• Background checks including NPDB and criminal history are required.

Responsibilities

• Maintains current and active license to practice Optometry in the State of Idaho.
• Provides full scope medical eye care and optical program services.
• Consults with other medical staff for integrated care.
• Develops policies and procedures as assigned.
• Attends medical staff meetings and other meetings as assigned.
• Performs regular quality control activities and QI audits with the QI Manager.

Skills

Communication

Team collaboration

Public interaction

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Idaho OD license

EMR experience

Tools

EMR

Job description

Marimn HealthAll positions are filled based on Tribal Preference. We conduct pre-employment drug screening.

Come work for Marimn Health - voted one of the Best Places to Workin the Inland Northwest every year since 2018 and Modern Healthcare's FamilyFriendliest Employer in 2020!

Fantastic benefits, flexible schedules, paid holidays and ability tochoose vacation times!

Your employer paid benefits include

• Medical, Dental, Prescription, and Vision foremployee and all legal dependents.
• 401(k) plan with 10% employer match after 1 yearof employment.
• Employer paid life insurance.
• Short and long term disability.
• Generous PTO with the ability to earn additionalpersonal days.

Please note that thisposition is in Plummer, ID. Carpool opportunities are available.

QUALIFICATIONS

Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) accredited by the Council of Optometric Education required. Must be able to obtain and maintain current, unrestricted Idaho OD license. A minimum of 2 years in practice is required. Successful completion of background investigation(s) including, but not limited to, National Practitioner Databank and criminal history check is required. Prior experience with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) required.

ADA ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Hearing: within normal limits with or without use of corrective hearing devices.
• Vision: adequate to read 12-point type with or without use of corrective lenses.
• Must be able to verbally interact with staff, clients and public.
• Manual dexterity of hands/fingers for writing and data entry.
• Able to lift up to 25 lbs.
• Standing 50% of the day.
• Walking 25% of the day.
• Pushing up to 30 lbs.
• Pulling up to 20 lbs.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Maintains current and active license to practice Optometry in the State of Idaho.
• Provides overall optical program services including active participation in the support of Quality Improvement (QI) standards and protocols, in consultation with the QI Manager.
• Consults with other medical staff and provides guidance and assistance in the pursuit of integrated care.
• Develops policies and procedures as assigned.
• Responsible for attending medical staff meetings, in addition to general staff, provider/nurse and other meetings as assigned.
• In conjunction with the Medical Director, maintains an ongoing review of the Center’s standards of care and standing orders and conduct monitoring such as routine quality control activities and periodic QI audits with the QI Manager as assigned.
• Provides professional optometric screening, evaluation, diagnosis and treatment to Indian and non-Indian patients.
• Provides full scope medical eye care.
• Completes patient documentation accurately and in a timely manner.
• Analyzes test results and makes determinations of the patient’s needs and refers when appropriate.
• Coordinates referral services when necessary.
• Prescribes, supplies, fits and adjusts eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision aids.
• Educates and counsels patients on contact lens care, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements, and safety factors.
• Provides pre and post-operative care to patients undergoing eye surgery.
• Prescribes therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision.
• Attempts to use agreed upon formulary and works closely with pharmacy to prevent medication errors.
• Develops productivity standards/expectations with the Medical Operations Director & Medical Director with focus on best business practices while maintaining quality of care
• Willing to serve on committees at Medical Directors’ instruction.
• Operates as a member of an integrated health team.
• Attends meetings/committees as assigned.
• Maintains open lines of communication with Medical Operations Director and Medical Director.
• Maintains professional and appropriate verbal and non-verbal communications with internal and external customers.
• Maintains appropriate public relations.
• Strives to be a team player.
• Identifies and utilizes appropriate channels for problem solving and resolution of issues.
• Fosters team cohesiveness.
• Demonstrates support of Administration and Health Board goals and objectives.