Optometrist

The purpose of the work is to provide optometry care to patients throughout various wards and clinics of the hospital using standard equipment and treatment. The work contributes to the further treatment provided by the physicians and nurses.

Degree of doctor of optometry resulting from a course of education in optometry.

The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools or colleges of the United States and Canadian schools or colleges of optometry listed as accredited by the Council on Optometric Education of the American Optometric Association, in the list published for the year in which the course of study was completed.

Licensed to practice optometry in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia.

Must obtain North Carolina Licensure within 1 year after initial hire.

Optometrists are required to possess full and unrestricted licensure and to maintain a current registration.

Two years of optometric practice or its equivalent preferred One year of approved residency training or its creditable equivalent acceptable to the Council on Optometric Education of the American Optometric Association is acceptable in lieu of 2 years of practice.

One year of approved residency training or its creditable equivalent acceptable to the Council on Optometric Education of the American Optometric Association is acceptable in lieu of 2 years of practice.

The optometrist at this level has successfully passed the examinations of the National Board of Examiners in Optometry. Preferred:

Optometrist receives guidance primarily in the form of guidelines and general policy directives from the Executive Director of Clinical Services and Chief of Optometry.

The Privacy Act of 1974 and the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996, mandates that the optometrist shall maintain complete confidentiality of all administrative, medical and personnel records and all other pertinent information that comes to his/her attention or knowledge. The Privacy Act carries both civil and criminal penalties for unlawful disclosure of records. Violations of such confidentiality shall be cause for adverse action.

The work requires long periods of standing and walking. There is frequent bending, reaching, and stooping to utilize optometric equipment. The optometrist must often lift and reposition patients for treatment. Position is subject to frequent interruptions requiring varied responses and deadlines. May occasionally move more than 15 pounds.

Optometrist is required to supervise multiple staff members / employees from diverse specialty fields and knowledge of operations. Optometrist may act as contracting officer for projects of communication and information systems. Applicant may act as ‘indirect’ supervisor of employees of different tribal programs working on projects concerning the CIH. In collaboration with the Clinical Director or designee, the employee will develop and monitor performance expectations for the department and staff.

Consistently demonstrates superior customer service skills to patients/customers by demonstrating characteristics that align with CIHA’s guiding principles and core values. Ensure excellent customer service is provided to all patients/customers by seeking out opportunities to be of service.