Optometrist at Prairie Band, LLC

Description:Hopi Health Care Center located in Polacca, AZ is now hiring a full time Optometrist! This is a long term Locum/Contract role.Monday - FridayClinic Hours 8-5pm2-3 years of experience NeededIHS facilityPrevious Locum Tenens experience preferredUp to 1 year contract with additional extension optionscertification requiredWork on any US licenseAdult and PediatricOptometrist Responsible for full-scope primary eye care, delivered independently without assistance from techs or nurses. This will include obtaining and documenting in the EHR an ophthalmic and medical history (and reviewing that which is contained in the EHR), a comprehensive ophthalmic exam, accurate and complete diagnoses, and effective treatment plans. Treatment plans will include (as clinically indicated) the prescription of eyewear, contact lenses, oral and ophthalmic medications, and ordering ancillary testing as needed. Ancillary testing may include but not be limited to ophthalmic imaging studies (ultrasound, photos, OCT, pachymetry, etc), visual field testing, laboratory studies, and radiographic imaging (plane films, CT, and MRI). Minor surgical procedures, such as foreign body removal and papilloma excision, and pre- operative and post-operative care of various ophthalmic surgeries, is also expected. In all cases, documenting, performing, and arranging follow-up and referrals as needed is required as well. Additional Duties: Additional duties and responsibilities may be added to this job description at any time. The job description does not state or imply that these are the only activities to be performed by the employee holding this position. Employees are required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related responsibilities as requested by their supervisor. Indian Preference Exercised: Prairie Band, LLC is subject to Title 22: Employment Code of the Prairie Band Potawatomi Nation. In accordance with Title 22, this position is designated as a TIER 2 position. Preference will be given to individuals to the extent required pursuant to Section 22-2-4(B). #PBHSRequirements:a. Years of Experience: minimum of (2) years of experience as a clinical optometrist.b. Minimum Education: Doctor of Optometry (O.D.)c. Current certification in BLS (Basic Life Support)d. Applicants must have an active, unrestricted, and free of disciplinary action license as anoptometrist in a State, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a Territoryof the United States.e. Submit references with your application, 3 names, contact information (phone # email, must list 2 previous supervisors)Apply today to schedule a time with our recruitment specialistsPI8f9fb8b16b2a-25660-34419154