U.S. Department of Defense
About the Position
This position is located on Fort Lee, VA. The position is responsible for providing Optometry Service to Kenner AHC. This position is a full‑scope primary eye care position which requires ocular and systemic health evaluations such as prescribing topical and systemic medications, laboratory ordering, and imaging as needed.
This is a Direct Hire Solicitation
Duties
Provides a variety of optometric services to patients, to include examining, diagnosing, managing and treatment.
Performs all necessary tests that deal with the eye portion of all types of physical exams.
Maintains in-depth participation in the Optometry Performance Improvement Program.
Diagnoses conditions through the analysis of test results, medical, and previous eye history occupational needs.
Refers patients for consultation to other health care providers when appropriate.
Manages data and information that deals with the Optometry Service mission to include the writing of memorandums, letters, and reports.
Make reports as requested.
Conducts work site inspections as requested to ensure proper implementation of the occupational vision program.
Requirements
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
Tier 1: This position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
A current license to practice optometry in a State or territory of the United States or in the District of Columbia is required.
This position requires that you obtain and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
This position has mandatory seasonal Influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal Influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons (documentation of exemption must be provided upon hire).
All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
This position is subject to a pre‑employment screening, and random drug testing, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on‑duty accident.
Position is designated as Inclement Weather Essential. The incumbent must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions.
This position has been designated Mission Essential. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations, the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
This position requires the completion of a pre‑employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
This position requires the incumbent to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.
One year trial/probationary period may be required.
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This is a Direct Hire Solicitation
Duties
Provides a variety of optometric services to patients, to include examining, diagnosing, managing and treatment.
Performs all necessary tests that deal with the eye portion of all types of physical exams.
Maintains in-depth participation in the Optometry Performance Improvement Program.
Diagnoses conditions through the analysis of test results, medical, and previous eye history occupational needs.
Refers patients for consultation to other health care providers when appropriate.
Manages data and information that deals with the Optometry Service mission to include the writing of memorandums, letters, and reports.
Make reports as requested.
Conducts work site inspections as requested to ensure proper implementation of the occupational vision program.
Requirements
Appointment may be subject to a suitability or fitness determination, as determined by a completed background investigation.
Tier 1: This position is subject to a background investigation to determine your suitability for Federal employment.
A current license to practice optometry in a State or territory of the United States or in the District of Columbia is required.
This position requires that you obtain and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross. Advanced certification (e.g., ALS) does not supersede BLS.
This position has mandatory seasonal Influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal Influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons (documentation of exemption must be provided upon hire).
All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment.
This position is subject to a pre‑employment screening, and random drug testing, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on‑duty accident.
Position is designated as Inclement Weather Essential. The incumbent must make every attempt to report for work on time and/or remain on duty during severe weather conditions.
This position has been designated Mission Essential. In the event of severe weather conditions or other such emergency type situations, the incumbent is required to report to work or remain at work as scheduled to support mission operations.
This position requires the completion of a pre‑employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position.
This position requires the incumbent to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges.
One year trial/probationary period may be required.
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