Optometrist (Per Diem)

Los Angeles Christian Health Centers; Los Angeles, California, Christiansted (CA, MO, United States Virgin Islands); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider in Los Angeles seeks a dedicated optometrist to deliver compassionate care to a diverse patient population, including those experiencing homelessness. This role involves conducting thorough eye examinations, diagnosing conditions, and prescribing treatments within the scope of practice. The ideal candidate will be proficient in using ophthalmic equipment and possess a strong commitment to serving the community. Join a mission-driven organization that values quality healthcare and spiritual support, making a meaningful impact in the lives of those in need.

Benefits

403B retirement plan with employer match

Equal Opportunity Employer

Compassionate work environment

Qualifications

• Must possess an OD degree and a current California Optometric License.
• Bilingual Spanish preferred to assist diverse patient population.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive optometric care to patients, including diagnosis and treatment.
• Document health history and exam findings accurately and timely.

Skills

Optometric Care

Patient Diagnosis

Ophthalmic Equipment Proficiency

Bilingual Spanish

Education

OD degree from an accredited School of Optometry

Two to four years of college education

Tools

Ophthalmic Equipment

Job description

Demonstrate Christ-like behavior and attitude in all job duties and responsibilities.

Renders comprehensive optometric care to patients of the Los Angeles Christian Health Centers within the limitations of professional licensing, within the scope of the laws of the state of California, and within the rules and regulations of the California Board of Optometry.

Actively supports the mission of LACHC: follow Christ by loving and serving our neighbors through comprehensive quality healthcare.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES, RESPONSIBILITIES, AND PRIVILEGES include:

• Conduct/document health history relating to chief complaint, pertinent ocular and medical health, family history, medications, and any other data necessary to manage vision and ocular health.
• Performs necessary procedures to address the needs of each patient.
• Adequately document exam findings.
• Proficient in the use and interpretation of standard ophthalmic equipment/procedures, including but not limited to subjective refraction, slit lamp examination, visual field testing, gonioscopy, indirect ophthalmoscopy, optical coherence tomography testing, etc.
• Proficient in the assessment of chronic ocular health issues including diabetic retinopathy, cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, and dry eyes.
• Proficient in the assessment of patients with chronic systemic illnesses and infection, including but not limited to diabetes, hypertension, autoimmune disease, herpes, etc.
• Accurately diagnose the patient based upon examination and discuss available treatments.
• Prescribe medicines/treatment within scope of practice as needed to ensure visual needs and ocular health are met.
• Refer patients to ophthalmology as needed.
• Refer patients back to their primary care physician as needed.
• Complete documentation with clear assessment/treatment plan, patient education, and referrals as needed. Lock progress notes in a timely manner, within 7 days.
• Actively communicate with support staff to ensure quality clinical care depending on needs of the patient be that optical or further specialty testing.
• Maintains all licensing requirements.
• Maintain active enrollment in Medicare, Medicaid, Managed Care, and other payor programs as needed for clinical operations, completing credentialing paperwork in a timely manner to remain actively enrolled in these programs.
• Provide compassionate care to patients who are predominantly homeless, may suffer from mental illness, and often lack the resources to care well for themselves.
• Participate in spiritual care for patients and staff, which may include prayer and referral to community resources.
• Meet productivity standards.
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to accomplish each essential duty satisfactorily. The following requirements are representative of the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Bilingual Spanish preferred.

PROFESSIONAL QUALIFICATIONS:

• OD degree from an accredited School of Optometry.
• Current California Optometric License and National Provider Identified (NPI).
• Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents License (TPA).
• Glaucoma certification.
• DEA License.
• BLS (includes CPR certification)

EDUCATION:

• Two years of college.
• Four-year degree preferred.
• Two to three years of healthcare experience.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk or hear. The employee frequently is required to use their hands to finger, handle, or feel. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, reach with hands and arms, climb or balance, and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 50 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, color vision, and the ability to adjust focus.

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee will be exposed to carriers of contagious diseases such as TB, AIDS, and other sexually transmitted diseases. The employee may have to deal with irate and irrational clients who may or may not be under the influence of mind-altering substances such as cocaine, marijuana, alcohol, etc.

WORK STATUS:
403B retirement plan with employer match.

Equal Opportunity Employer. Will consider candidates with criminal histories.