Optometrist - Limited

Ophthalmology

Per Diem

83566BR

Job Summary

This is a per diem position which includes Saturday clinic coverage. Involves primary eye care and disease treatment including diagnosis, treatment, and management of diseases, injuries, and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as identifying related systemic conditions affecting the eye. May also involve the dispensing of eyewear. Triages and examines patients with complex eye-related issues and provides acute eye care. Performs routine and specialized contact lens fittings. Uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and campus policies and procedures to resolve a wide range of issues. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions. - Provides optometric examinations including but not limited to: pupillary reflexes, tonometry, keratometry, evaluation of muscle balance, stereopsis, phorias, vergences, slit lamp examination, visual acuity, lensometry and indirect biomicroscopy. - Provides routine eye examinations for new and established patients as well as follow-up exam for established medical patients in the ophthalmology practice. - Performs eye examinations and contact lens fittings to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients. - Performs triage and screening for acute or unscheduled patients in ophthalmology. - Prescribes ophthalmic medications within the scope of practice. - Assists in medication refills for the Department of Ophthalmology. - Complies with all Ambulatory Services and Medical Center policies and procedures for infection control, safety, administrative and clinical practice. Complies with activities mandated by JCAHO and DHS. - Participates in communicating the specific needs of patients to care providers. - Ensures a professional and helpful working environment by upholding the House Standards as adopted by the Medical center Staff. - Demonstrates courtesy, common sense and follow-through in all telephone communications. - Orders and maintains contact lens fitting stock and supplies. - Keeps informed of current trends and developments within optometry. - Works within the ophthalmology clinics to provide support as needed. - Adheres to the Medical Center and Departmental guidelines related to documentation of patient encounter notes, charge documents, and diagnostic study interpretation notes. Responsible for meeting the Department's guideline for the wRVU productivity and/or patient care visits per half-day clinic session. - Provides clinical services on on-call basis.

UCSF Medical Center requires all Advanced Health Professionals (AHP) to be credentialed through its Medical Staff Services Office (MSSO) in order to practice and function in their clinical role. This applies to both adult and pediatric AHPs in the inpatient and outpatient clinical settings at all UCSF Medical Center sites (Parnassus, Mt. Zion, Satellite Clinics, et al). Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 30-60 days and must be completed within first 90 days of employment.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Required Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in optometry issued by an accredited school / college of optometry
• This position requires flexibility to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations
• Thorough knowledge and skills of optometry essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to this position
• Thorough knowledge associated with diagnosing eye diseases and varying conditions.
• Thorough professional skills in delivering eye care, treatment and diagnostic services to patients
• Requires strong communication and presentation skills
• Requires effective interpersonal skills
• Must be able to effectively communicate findings of examination to patients
• Must be able to work in a collaborative manner with staff, faculty, and members of the health care community across the campus
• Position must be able to work with diverse client group
• Position must be able to provide direction and guidance to less experienced staff members

Preferred Qualifications

• Residency or Fellowship training

License/Certification

• Possession of a license issued by the California State Board of Optometry to practice optometry

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

Join us to find a rewarding career contributing to improving healthcare worldwide.

Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California San Francisco is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information.

Organization

Health

Job Code and Payroll Title

004465 OPTOMETRIST 3 HX

Job Category

Allied Health

Bargaining Unit

University Professional and Technical Employees - Health Care Professionals Unit (UPTE-HX)

Employee Class

Limited Appt

Percentage

20%

Location

San Francisco, CA

Campus

Mission Bay (SF)

Work Style

Fully On-Site

Shift

Days, Weekends

Shift Length

8 Hours

Additional Shift Details

Monday-Friday and Weekends