Forest County Potawatomi Community
Responsibilities
Perform tests and examine patient's eyes and vision, evaluating each component
Analyze and listen to the patient's description of symptoms, diagnose the patient's eye disorder, disease or injury
Examine patient for symptoms indicative of organic or congenital ocular disorders, and determine nature and extent of disorder or injury
Perform various tests to determine vision loss
Prescribe and administer medications, and perform procedures, if indicated
Direct remedial activities to aid in regaining vision, or to utilize sight remaining, by writing prescriptions for corrective glasses, and instructing patient in eye exercises
Inform the patient of diagnosis and treatment needs and options in such a way that the patient understands and can make an informed decision
Be responsible for complete and accurate documentation of the patient’s ocular and vision diagnosis and treatment according to QI Standards and standards of care
Contribute to a team effort and accomplish related results as required
Qualifications
Doctorate Degree in Optometry (OD); three (3) years clinic experience
Current license to practice optometry in WI
Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage
Ability to exercise sound judgment in decision making, analyze medical records and prescribed protocol to formulate effective therapeutic treatment plans
Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel, and establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels
Must successfully pass all applicable background checks and drug screens
FCP complies with all CDC vaccine and testing recommendations for healthcare professionals. Proof of immunizations is required and immunizations/testing provided upon hire
Preferred Qualifications
FQHC or Native American clinic experience preferred
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Perform tests and examine patient's eyes and vision, evaluating each component
Analyze and listen to the patient's description of symptoms, diagnose the patient's eye disorder, disease or injury
Examine patient for symptoms indicative of organic or congenital ocular disorders, and determine nature and extent of disorder or injury
Perform various tests to determine vision loss
Prescribe and administer medications, and perform procedures, if indicated
Direct remedial activities to aid in regaining vision, or to utilize sight remaining, by writing prescriptions for corrective glasses, and instructing patient in eye exercises
Inform the patient of diagnosis and treatment needs and options in such a way that the patient understands and can make an informed decision
Be responsible for complete and accurate documentation of the patient’s ocular and vision diagnosis and treatment according to QI Standards and standards of care
Contribute to a team effort and accomplish related results as required
Qualifications
Doctorate Degree in Optometry (OD); three (3) years clinic experience
Current license to practice optometry in WI
Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage
Ability to exercise sound judgment in decision making, analyze medical records and prescribed protocol to formulate effective therapeutic treatment plans
Ability to communicate technical information to non-technical personnel, and establish and maintain professional relationships with individuals of varying social and cultural backgrounds and with co-workers at all levels
Must successfully pass all applicable background checks and drug screens
FCP complies with all CDC vaccine and testing recommendations for healthcare professionals. Proof of immunizations is required and immunizations/testing provided upon hire
Preferred Qualifications
FQHC or Native American clinic experience preferred
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