Kaiser Permanente·Aurora, Colorado
The Optometrist examines patients' eyes to determine visual status and prescribes corrective procedures, including lenses and medications. They are also responsible for diagnosing visual deficiencies and referring patients to ophthalmologists or other providers when necessary.
“May be entitled to translation/bilingual, shift or other wage premiums as governed by the applicable collective bargaining agreement. Please refer to the respective collective bargaining agreement for additional information on such wage premiums: https://www.lmpartnership.org/local-contracts." Job Summary: Under the supervision of the Regional Chief of Optometry, examines eyes to determine visual status & performance by means of instrumentation & observation, & prescribes corrective procedures.
Examines patients having a full range of visual problems by taking patients case history & reviewing medical records, if available. Examines patients eyes & adjoining structures for evidence of pathology. Investigates the state of patients visual functioning by using a full field of optometric instruments & techniques. Diagnoses visual deficiencies & prescribes corrective lenses. Prescribes & fits contact lenses. Determines visual requirements of the partially sighted Prescribes low-vision aids such as telescopic & microscopic lenses, magnifiers & other optical devices to aid low-vision patients Examines patients presenting w/ ocular emergencies Prescribes medications when appropriate Refers patients w/ indications of possible ocular pathology to an Ophthalmologist as needed Refers patients to other appropriate KP providers as needed for further evaluation & required treatment Participates in departmental & educational meeting including peer review activities within the department & medical facility In addition to defined technical requirements, accountable for consistently demonstrating service behaviors & principles defined by the KP Service Quality Credo, the KP Mission as well as specific departmental/organizational initiatives Also accountable for consistently demonstrating the knowledge, skills, abilities, & behaviors necessary to provide superior & culturally sensitive service to each other, to our members, & to purchasers, contracted providers & vendors. Supports compliance & Kaiser Permanents Code of Conduct by adhering to federal & state laws & regulations, accreditation & license requirements, by policies & procedures. Responds appropriately to observed fraud & abuse.
Preferred Qualifications: N/A
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited college and possess a valid Colorado Optometrist License. Additionally, DEA registration and a National Provider Identifier are required at the time of hire.
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