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Position summary :

Ensure excellence in patient care by conducting eye exams, addressing issues of disease and/or injury, and educating patients regarding the eye care options. Treat patients with compassion and work collaboratively with the rest of staff to meet all patient needs.

Essential Functions:

1. Provide outpatient care for patients with eye related disorders and conditions for pediatric and adult populations.
2. Take detailed medical histories for all patients, including current and past prescription medications.
3. Conduct procedures, diagnose, and treat ocular disease to full scope of licensure.
4. Prescribes eyeglasses, contact lenses, low vision aides, vision therapy, etc.
5. Consults with other health care practitioners for co-management of eye diseases and systemic conditions.
6. Provide adequate documentation of exam findings in electronic health records to meet audit and meaningful use criterions.
7. Educate patients on proper eye care including eye hygiene and safety factors.
8. Have excellent customer service and organization skills.
9. Have advanced time management skills.
10. Participate in staff development and training.
11. Refer patients to trusted specialist as needed.
12. Have positive attitude and team-oriented approach to patient care.
13. Have excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
14. Be reliable with a strong work ethic and commitment to patient care.
15. Be compassionate and have professional chair side manner.
16. Be able to maintain a clean and safe workspace.
17. Must have solid working knowledge of all ophthalmic equipment needed to conduct examinations.
18. Maintain continued commitment to remaining up to date on the latest research and techniques.

Other Responsibilities:

1. Promote Clinica Sierra Vista mission statement.

2. HIPAA compliance- Securing patient information and maintaining patient confidence by completing and safeguarding medical records.

3. Learn to use the organization’s electronic health record and its component

Qualifications:

1. Must have graduated from an accredited school of optometry. 
2. Must have current California license of Optometry with TPA and TLG certification. 
3. Must have at least one year of full/part time experience working as an optometrist. 
4. Experience in electronic health record is highly preferred.
5. Current CPR card required.
6. Current CA driver’s license and clean driving record required.
7. Bilingual/fluent in Spanish preferred.
8. Excellent communication and organization skills.
9. Attention to detail with the ability to prioritize and execute tasks efficiently.
10. Must be able to work a flexible schedule

Physical Requirements:

• Bending/Twisting                                10%
• Stooping                                                20%
• Walking                                                 10%
• Sitting                                                    20%
• Push/Pulling                                        10%
• Reaching Overhead                             0%
• Driving                                                  0%
• Standing                                                20%
• Kneeling/Crawling                               0%
• Repetitive Motion                                 10% (keyboard)
  Must be able to lift up to 25lbs

 About the Central Valley

Located in the heart of California, the Central Valley feeds America as the leading agricultural region of the nation. In the southern part of the valley, oil production also powers the economy, though aerospace, the healthcare industry and alternative energy are emerging as key drivers as well. We specialize in sunshine in California, with a mild climate year-round. Beaches are less than two hours away, and several mountain ranges and the high desert are even closer. We’re two hours north of Los Angeles, and a tank of gas will get you to San Francisco, San Diego or Las Vegas. But our greatest natural resource is not the bounty of our fields or our oil; it’s the people. Fresno and Bakersfield take great pride in our reputation as generous, giving cities who offer metropolitan amenities but a small-town sense of community.  

For Immediate Consideration!  

Contact: Irin Pansawira, OD  

Cell: 510-579-7694

Clinica Sierra Vista values human rights, goodwill, respect, inclusivity, equality, and recognizes that the organization derives its strength from a rich diversity of thoughts, ideas, and contributions. As leaders in healthcare industry, we aspire to be an employer of choice by promoting an organizational culture that reflects these core values. We seek to attract, develop, and retain a talented and dedicated workforce where people of diverse races, genders, religions, cultures, political affiliations and lifestyles thrive. Our goal is to create a welcoming and inclusive environment that empowers our employees to provide the highest level of service to our community of residents and businesses; they’re counting on us.

Clinica Sierra Vista is an equal opportunity employer and strives to attract qualified applicants from all walks of life without regard to race, color, ethnicity, religion, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, ancestry, physical disability, mental disability, medical condition, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other status protected under federal, state and/or local law. We aim to create an environment that celebrates and embraces the diversity of our workforce. We welcome you to join our team!