Optometrist

Optometrist Opportunity At Acoma-Canoncito-Laguna Service Unit

Acoma Pueblo is regarded as the oldest continuously inhabited community in the United States. Access to the pueblo is difficult as the faces of the mesa are sheer. Before modern times access was gained only by means of a hand-cut staircase carved into the sandstone. Today, fewer than 50 tribal members live year-round in the earthen homes of Sky City. Those living in the community tend to the massive San Estévan del Rey Mission, completed in 1640. Both the mission and pueblo have been designated as a Registered National Historical Landmarks. Nearly 3,000 additional tribal members live in the nearby villages of Acomita, McCarty's and Anzac.

The Albuquerque International Sunport, known for its distinct southwestern architecture and cultural décor, is New Mexico's largest commercial airport, welcoming over 5 million passengers each year. The Sunport boasts a world-class art collection, unique amenities, New Mexican cuisine, and many local artisanal gifts. Served by 8 major carriers, the Sunport offers non-stop service between ABQ and more than 20 destinations, all with worldwide connectivity.

Acoma-Canoncito-Laguna Service Unit (ACLSU) is surrounded by enchanting mesas, boasting remarkable views of the high desert and sweeping views of the beautiful mountains of Mount Taylor. This unique landscape studded with canyons and mesas provides a dynamic setting. The Acoma and surrounding reservations are archaeological treasures with a rich history dating back to at least 1200 A.D. Area tribes are known for their Service Unity, receiving wandering tribes and other travelers to share the abundance of their sacred valley. ACLSU is located 60 miles west of Albuquerque, New Mexico's major metropolitan area and within two driving hours of Santa Fe, the premier cultural center of the southwest.

The facility serves a tribal population of approximately 9,100 tribal members, comprised of two tribes: the Pueblo of Acoma, and the Pueblo of Laguna. At ACLSU, instead of being relegated to a single job, you can become a vital member of a comprehensive team. Our Joint Commissioned accredited Service Unit is a full-service inpatient and outpatient facility staffed by 230 dedicated team, including physicians, physician assistants and nurse practitioners. Our Inpatient Unit has a six bed capacity, and services include general medical care, Outpatient services include general medical, primary care, woman's health, podiatry, physical therapy, optometry and dentistry. ACL Service Unit has 126,000 patient visits a year and high-risk outpatients and those requiring surgery or complex medical care are referred to another facility for the appropriate higher-level care. Location: 80B Veterans Blvd. Acoma, NM 87034

Optometrist Responsibilities:

• Shall provide professional medical services or direct patient care services, specifically Optometry in an outpatient setting.
• Professional duties include diagnosis of visual and ocular problems through external and internal physical examination of the eye and adnexa, detection of neuromuscular impairment or anomalies of binocular function, and treatment of visual disorders through prescription of corrective lenses and pharmacological means.
• Treats unusual and/or complex visual and ocular disorders through the application of advanced optometric techniques.
• Utilizes laboratory and radiology services to evaluate ophthalmic and related systemic conditions.
• Uses all forms of topical and ophthalmic therapeutic medications, including oral therapeutic medications to manage pathology and trauma.
• Performs minor surgical procedures including, but not limited to, anterior segment foreign body removal, corneal debridement, and suture removal.
• Provides emergency eye care services on an outpatient basis, including diagnosis and treatment of ophthalmic trauma and pathology consistent with hospital clinical privileges.
• Receives referrals from other health care professionals within the health center for specialty consultation and management of ocular disease and coordinates medical eye care with other physicians as appropriate.
• Direct optometric technicians to assist in the clinical examination as appropriate.
• Provide appropriate documentation on rendered patient care utilizing the Electronic Health Record system. Responsible for utilizing the HER system to obtain, dictate, electronically enter, and assure preparation of appropriate medical records for all patients seen to assure the accumulation and organization of all pertinent clinical data needed to provide comprehensive medical care.
• Will consult with Service Unit Optometrists as necessary for guidance on Service Unit treatment, referral protocols, and/or complex cases.
• Assists the Chief of Optometry in other administrative duties as assigned.

Qualifications/Requirements:

• Shall have completed the Optometry Residency Program with a minimum of six months experience.
• Shall be Board-Eligible or Board-Certified with the National Board of Examiners in Optometry.
• Shall possess a current, valid, unrestricted license in any State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a Territory of the United States.
• Shall maintain a valid, current, full, and unrestricted DEA license with all schedule types II through V and maintain certification.
• Shall maintain valid and current CPR and BLS certifications.

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