Provider/Optometrist

❤️HEART OF FLORIDA HEALTH CENTER; Ocala (FL); On-site; USD 90,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Heart of Florida Health Center is seeking a Doctor of Optometry to provide outpatient optometric primary care, including preventive and health maintenance services, acute and chronic care, and clinical evaluation and treatment.

Active Florida license and completed BLS are required; DEA license optional. The role emphasizes collaborative, patient‑centered care with a strong focus on accuracy and teamwork in a CFHC setting.

Qualifications

• Doctorate of Optometry from an accredited university.
• 3–5 years of experience preferred.
• Active Florida License required.
• DEA license (optional).
• Current BLS certification from an accredited provider.
• Familiarity with accreditation standards (AAAHC, HRSA) preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, problem‑solving and communication skills.
• Ability to work in a collaborative, team‑based practice.
• Accurate record-keeping and attention to detail.
• Proficiency with computers and EHR (Athena Health).
• Flexible hours as assigned.

Responsibilities

• Be familiar with CFHC’s program philosophies, goals, and objectives and comply with policies and regulations.
• Adhere to disease management protocols and clinical pathways to improve performance.
• Participate in Collaboratives and health‑care programs and ensure compliance with clinical measures.
• Complete required documentation and assigned tasks on time.
• Understand and apply CFHC’s Exposure Control Plan and universal precautions.
• Coordinate referrals with care team nurses for services not offered onsite.
• Precept students as assigned and participate in meetings.
• Review reports and coding in the EHR and sign off as needed.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of coding and billing requirements.
• Provide support to clinical staff and leadership, and participate in quality assurance.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational ability

Problem solving

Written and verbal communication

Team-based care

Compassionate patient care

Bilingual (preferred)

Computer proficiency

EHR familiarity

Education

Doctorate of Optometry (OD)

Tools

Athena Health software

Job description

Job Summary

Provide outpatient comprehensive optometric primary care services, including preventative and health maintenance services, acute and chronic care, clinical evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment, as well as primary optometric care consultation services.

Qualifications And Requirements

• Doctorate of Optometry from an accredited university
• Three to five years of experience preferred
• Active Florida License required
• DEA license (optional)
• Current BLS certification from an accredited AHA or American Red Cross provider
• Some knowledge of accreditation standards (AAAHC, HRSA) is preferred
• Bilingual preferred
• This position requires a high degree of responsibility, excellent interpersonal skills, organizational ability, problem‑solving skills, and written and oral communication skills. This position also requires a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail, and manual dexterity.
• Ability to quickly identify problems as well as their most effective treatments
• Skilled in addressing patient care needs in a compassionate and empathetic manner
• Skilled in working in a collaborative, team‑based practice
• Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, visitors, and fellow employees to ensure a professional and courteous environment
• Adept at managing reasonable patient expectations and complaints
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, Internet, Athena Health‑related software, and online resources)
• Logical, methodical approach to work and capable of meticulous record‑keeping
• Commitment and ability to keep up to date with scientific and technological developments/literature
• Able to work flexible hours as assigned

Essential Functions

• Be familiar with CFHC’s program philosophies, goals, and objectives. Be cognizant of and comply with all CFHC’s policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations.
• Adhere to current disease management protocols, and key clinical pathways, and use them to improve clinical performance.
• Participate in Collaboratives and health‑care programs of federal and state governments approved by the Executive Team. Work with QI to ensure compliance with clinical measures.
• Complete required documentation and assigned tasks on time (jellybeans, EHR processes, telephone encounters, locking charts, payroll sheets, etc.)
• Understand the requirements of CFHC’s Exposure Control Plan. Assure compliance with this plan by support team members assigned to assist you. Personally, utilize universal precautions when practicing in the clinical setting.
• Facilitate needed referrals, including social services for patients requiring services not offered at CFHC, in coordination with referral services representatives and care team nurses.
• Participate in team member outreach and off‑site health‑care programs pertinent to specialty. Represent CHC Values and Mission in the community.
• Precept students as assigned.
• Complete all duties, responsibilities, and competencies in a manner that is appropriate to the age groups to whom care/services are being provided.
• Assist in the review of primary care protocols and patient education materials in collaboration with the Leader and/or CMO. Provide necessary information and signatures for participation in reimbursement arrangements such as Medicare, Medicaid, and other plans.
• Review incoming reports (labs, images, etc.) sign off, and follow up per guidelines.
• Maintain up‑to‑date knowledge of coding and billing requirements. Provide accurate coding in formation in EHR that corresponds to care given and documented progress notes.
• Report as needed to the CMO any pertinent information or situations that impact patient care or CFHC liability.
• Act as a resource for medical support staff. Provide support and encouragement to clinical staff and center Leader.
• Attend and participate in mandatory CFHC meetings (center‑specific quarterly meetings, corporate meetings, and other meetings designated by the Leader).
• Complete all required training courses on time and maintain proper certification.
• Participate in Peer Review and Quality Assurance activities as requested.
• Respond to requests and provide feedback for clinical support staff or center leader evaluations.
• Make recommendations to Leadership regarding the purchase of clinical supplies, instruments, equipment, and repair and/or maintenance of these.
• Demonstrate ability to work cooperatively with other members of the team. Be supportive of coworkers.
• Collaborate with colleagues to develop best practices associated with specific disease states and expand approaches to patient care.
• Maintain proper and professional appearance at all times.
• Perform other duties as assigned by CMO.

Physical Requirements

• Requires 80% or more time spent standing/walking.
• Independently mobile.
• Ability to lift weight equivalent to that would be required when occasionally assisting and positioning patients, repositioning equipment, and lifting supplies.
• Ability to adapt and function in varying environments of workload, patient acuity, worksites, and work shifts.