Optometrist: Lead Vision Care & Rural Eye Health

Columbia Basin Health Association; Connell (WA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Columbia Basin Health Association is hiring an optometrist in Connell, Washington. This role involves diagnosing and treating eye diseases, prescribing corrective lenses, and educating patients on vision care. Applicants must have a degree in optometry from an accredited institution and be licensed to practice in Washington. Join a community-focused team dedicated to improving health and wellness in underserved populations.

Qualifications

• Maintain authoritative skill and knowledge in medical practice principles.
• Familiarity with the scope of practice and regulations governing Opticians and Ophthalmic Technicians.
• Attuned to the needs of underserved populations, with an emphasis on rural medicine.

Responsibilities

• Examine eyes using various methods to determine visual acuity and diagnose problems.
• Prescribe medications and perform therapeutic procedures for eye diseases.
• Educate and counsel patients about vision care and eye health.
• Serve as clinical lead in the absence of the Director of Eye Care.

Skills

Vision examination and diagnosis

Prescription of medications

Patient education and counseling

Clinical leadership

Education

Degree in optometry from an accredited school

Unrestricted license from the State of Washington

Job description

Columbia Basin Health Association is hiring an optometrist in Connell, Washington. This role involves diagnosing and treating eye diseases, prescribing corrective lenses, and educating patients on vision care. Applicants must have a degree in optometry from an accredited institution and be licensed to practice in Washington. Join a community-focused team dedicated to improving health and wellness in underserved populations.