Optometrist

Where the Spirit of the Sioux Resides!
The Community - Sisseton, SD
Sisseton is a city in Roberts County, South Dakota, United States. The population was 2,470 at the 2010 census. It is the county seat of Roberts County. Sisseton is home to several attractions, including the Nicollet Tower, and is near the "Song to the Great Spirit " building on the Sisseton Wahpeton College campus. The city is named for the Sisseton (or Sisseton) division of the Native American Sioux. It also serves as an important part of the Lake Traverse Indian Reservation.

Take a closer look at what can be experienced in Sisseton here!

Airport Information: Aberdeen Regional Airport (ABR)
Aberdeen Regional Airport offers commercial flights and serves the northeastern region of South Dakota and is located approximately 82 miles to the northeast of Aberdeen. This airport supports almost 40 non-stop flights across the country through 5 different airlines.

For more information about the airport, check out their website here!

About the Facility - Woodrow Wilson Keeble Memorial HCC
The Woodrow Wilson Keeble Memorial Health Care Center, located in Sisseton, South Dakota, provides a range of comprehensive health services to Native American and rural communities. The facility offers primary care, behavioral health services, dental care, and emergency medical services. It is dedicated to delivering culturally sensitive care with a focus on holistic approaches to health and wellness. The center aims to improve access to quality healthcare while honoring the legacy of Woodrow Wilson Keeble, a distinguished Native American war hero and advocate for tribal health.

Facility Address: 100 Lake Traverse Drive, Sisseton, SD 57262

Optometrist - RESPONSIBILITIES (listed are included but not limited to)

• The Optometrist delivers primary and comprehensive eye care services, including prescribing corrective lenses and ordering diagnostic studies.
• Diagnose and manage visual and ocular conditions, including Diabetic Retinopathy, Glaucoma, Iritis, and other ocular/systemic diseases.
• Perform minor surgical procedures (e.g., anterior segment foreign body removal, corneal debridement, suture removal).
• Provide preventive and therapeutic optometric care to patients across all age groups and with diverse needs.
• The Optometrist detects neuromuscular impairments and anomalies of binocular function.
• Refer and coordinate medical and surgical care with other healthcare professionals as needed.
• Utilize laboratory and radiology services to manage and evaluate ophthalmic conditions.
• Conduct mandated examinations, such as diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma screenings.
• The Optometrist provides specialty clinics and services, including low vision care, contact lens services, and geriatric care.

Optometrist - REQUIREMENTS

• Hold a degree from an accredited Optometry Program in the United States.
• At least one year of professional experience as an Optometrist
• Must have a current Basic Life Support (BLS) certification.
• Must have a current unrestricted license to practice Optometry in a U.S. State, D.C., Puerto Rico, or U.S. territory.

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