Optometrist

Veterans Health Administration; South Dakota; On-site; USD 123,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Veterans Health Administration in Sioux City, SD, seeks an Optometrist to provide routine eye care, diagnoses and manage ocular diseases, and coordinate care with other specialties. Work includes pre/post-operative cataract care, patient education, and CPRS documentation. BLS certification is required.

The posting notes salary range and federal employment standards. This role operates Monday through Friday, with on-site clinic duties and comprehensive benefits through VA.

Qualifications

• Licensed optometrist in the United States (OD).
• Education recognized by the U.S. Department of Education for federal employment.
• Certificate of Foreign Equivalency required if using foreign education.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine eye care, including eye examinations and management of ocular diseases.
• Enter accurate progress notes into CPRS for each care episode.
• Maintain calibration and use of specialized ophthalmic equipment and Reusable Medical Equipment (RME).
• Provide patient and family education, informed consent, and orientation support for new staff.
• Diagnose and treat glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration; manage cataract post-operative care.

Skills

Eye care

Diabetic eye care

Glaucoma management

Education

OD (Doctor of Optometry)

BLS Certification

Tools

CPRS

Job description

• Department: Department of Veterans Affairs

This position is located at the Sioux City Community Based Outpatient Clinic in Union County, SD. This is an open continuous announcement. Qualified applicants will be considered and referred until filled.

Key Responsibilities

1. Provide care of the Veterans' medical needs by performing routine eye care. Responsibilities include performing routine eye care, including eye examinations, diagnoses, treatment, and management of diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures, as well as diagnoses-related systemic conditions.

The incumbent conducts diagnostic evaluations of visual disorders, including but not limited to diabetic eye disease, glaucoma, cataracts, and routine eye examinations. Provides ongoing patient and family education throughout the course of treatment. 2. The incumbent is responsible for entering accurate, complete, timely progress notes for each episode of care into the patient's electronic record.

This is accomplished by utilizing the Computerized Patient Record System (CPRS). 3. The incumbent is responsible for the proper use, maintenance, and calibration of specialized equipment used in the assessment and care of patients. They demonstrate knowledge and maintains standards in the use and reprocessing of Reusable Medical Equipment (RME). 4. The incumbent assists in orientation of new staff and will provide patient and family education, including informed consent. 5.

The incumbent adheres to safety, health, and infection control standards, regulations and work practices, as well as ergonomic standards. They report any unsafe conditions to supervisor and/or appropriate officials. 6. The Optometrist is expected to participate in performance improvement activities, disaster preparedness, administrative duties, and other responsibilities assigned by the SSC SL Director. 7.

Considers age of the patient when performing health care as it relates to functional capacity/limitations, ability to understand and follow directions, provide objective self-assessment of past medical condition and treatment appropriate to the overall treatment goals and plans. 8. Diagnose and treats glaucoma. 9. Diagnose and coordinate treatment of diabetic retinopathy. 10. Diagnose and manage macular degeneration. 11.

Pre and post-operative care of cataract surgery patients. 12. Emergent eye care. 13. Integrate care with other medical specialties. 14. Current BLS certification is required. Work Schedule: Mon - Fri 8:00am - 4:30pm Virtual: This is not a virtual position. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.

Requirements & Education

Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education.

For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.

Which agency is hiring for this position?

This position is with Veterans Health Administration, Department of Veterans Affairs.

What is the salary for this position?

The posted pay range is $123077 – $200000/yr.

What is the application deadline?

Applications close on 2026-12-02.

Who is eligible to apply?

This position is open under the 'Fed Internal Search' hiring path.

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