Surgery - General Physician

Optometrist Opportunity: Othello, WA - Located 60 miles from Yakima; 150 miles from Seattle Position Details:

• Full-time; Permanent
• Salary Range: $119,071 - $154,793
• Oversees the patient's diagnosis, treatment and prevention of vision problems and eye diseases within the scope of his/her licensure.
• Responsible to examine eyes, using observation, instruments and pharmaceutical agents, to determine visual acuity and perception, focus and coordination and to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities.
• Responsible to practice at the full scope of their licensure and prescribes medications to treat eye diseases as state law permits.
• Responsible to prescribe, supply, fit and adjust eyeglasses, contact lenses and other vision aids.
• Responsible to analyze test results and develop treatment plans.
• Responsible to educate and counsel patients on contact lens care, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements and safety factors.
• Responsible to remove foreign bodies from the eye.
• Responsible to order and interpret special-testing data for patients.
• Responsible to observe and train staff regarding appropriate work-up procedures.
• Responsible to consult with and refer patients to Ophthalmologist or other health care practitioner, if additional medical treatment is determined necessary.
• Responsible to provide patients undergoing eye surgeries, such as cataract and laser vision correction, with pre- and post-operative care.
• Responsible to prescribe therapeutic procedures to correct or preserve vision.
• Responsible to promote a positive work culture and upholds clinic policies and procedures, including the WE CARE standards of Behavior.
• Responsible to uphold confidentiality at all times
• Responsible to serve as a clinical lead in absence of Director of Eye Care.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Promotes a positive work culture and upholds clinic policies and procedures, including the WE CARE standards of Behavior.
Qualifications:
• Maintain authoritative skill and knowledge in the principles of sound medical practice.
• Be familiar with the scope of practice and be knowledgeable of the regulatory authority governing the practice of Opticians and Ophthalmic Technicians.
• Be attuned to the unique needs of the indigent and underserved with practice emphasis on rural medicine needs.
• Degree in optometry from an accredited school of optometry, and is licensed to practice in the state of Washington.
• Possesses unrestricted license from the State of Washington to practice optometry.

Locations: Located in the heart of Othello's trade area, Medical Group's three service areas offer opportunity and a quality of life that is rare in todays busy world. Othello, Mattawa and Connell are a collection of communities that combine the best of small town America with easy access to large-city amenities.Within three hours, enjoy professional football, baseball, basketball, and men and women's soccer, and the famous Pikes Place Market in downtown Seattle, Washington. Less than 90 minutes away find nightlife, concerts and music, mountain-town charm, and scenic views in Spokane or Tri-Cities. The Columbia Basin and surrounding area is also home to the country's finest wineries. Tour and taste at any of more than 300 local wineries, and attend one of the several annual wine festivals.With no shortage of outdoor pursuit and adventure, the Columbia Basin offers everything from water sports to golfing and biking to bird watching, wildlife spotting, and hunting. Lake Coeur dAlene and Schweitzer Mountain are right at your fingertips with nearby rivers, lakes and mountains just minutes from your doorstep. Weekly Farmers Markets throughout the summer and the annual professional Adams County Fair and Rodeo assure there is no shortage of activity for anyone in the family.