Optometrist

Summary/Objective

The Optometrist is expected to be familiar with the philosophy, goals and objectives of the PCMH model, and work collaboratively with other members of the patient care team to achieve maximal health and vision outcomes for NSHC patients. In this role, the Optometrist will examine NorthShore Health Center patients' eyes to determine the nature and degree of vision problems or eye disease, and prescribe corrective lenses or procedures according to the scope of their licensing. The Optometrist must meet and maintain credentialing guidelines of NorthShore Health Centers, and for professional licensing with the State of Indiana.

Essential Functions

• Assist in developing protocols and procedures for the Optometry Department - reviewed annually.

• Responsible for the implementation of patient care QA processes for the optometry department through Monthly continuous quality improvement meetings and chart audits.

• Examines eyes of NorthShore Health Center patients and performs various tests to determine visual acuity and perception and to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities such as glaucoma and color blindness.

• Prescribes eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision aids or therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision.

• Consults with and refers patients to Ophthalmologist or other health care practitioner(s), if additional medical treatment is determined necessary.

• Treats eye problems of children who have trouble reading.

• Participates regularly in necessary administrative meetings,

• Works with clinic management to develop long range plans for NorthShore Health Center's Optometry Department.

• Ensures compliance with regulations and standards of performance for quality care.

• All other duties assigned by the Director of Optometry

• These essential functions are a summary of the primary duties and responsibilities of the position, and are not intended to be a comprehensive listing of all duties and responsibilities. The position will include other duties as assigned and duties are subject to change at management's discretion.

Competencies

• Planning and strategic foresight
• Responsible Decision Making
• Integrity and accountability
• Innovation and creativity
• Adaptive and flexible
• Leadership, teamwork, and conflict resolution
• Professionalism and work ethic
• Empathy

Work Environment

Work is performed in an office environment. Involves frequent personal and telephone contact with patients, physicians, and other healthcare personnel. Work may be stressful at times. Interaction with others is constant and interruptive.

Travel

Travel outside of Northshore locations will be rare for this position.