Optometrist III

We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health! Organization: PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation ALD Position Overview: Perform general eye examination, address the patient's chief complaint and diagnose chronic and acute conditions affecting the ocular system along formulating plans to manage or treat any of these conditions assessed. ***The position requires travel to multiple locations.*** Job Description: These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development). EDUCATION: Doctorate: Graduate from an accredited school of Optometry with a Doctor of Optometry Degree. TYPICAL EXPERIENCE: 5 years recent relevant experience. CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: OPT-Optometrist BLS-Basic Life Support SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to apply the principles, theories, practices and techniques of optometric practice, including anatomy, physiology, pathology and mechanics of the human eye, visual processes and detailed knowledge of ocular pharmacology and therapeutics. Medical knowledge with competent and quality skills applicable to perform within the scope of practice. Professional, role model with leadership qualities that is motivated and demonstrates initiative in their work. Good verbal and written communication/consultative/collaborative skills for regular contact with young patient, adult patient, along with fellow physicians and staff. Clear and complete documentation skills along with computer data entry skills to enter patient information. Team player with ability to work with others in a flexible and cooperative manner. Must be able to maximize the utilization of resources and manage varying procedures and interruptions. Seeks to further skills through continuing education per license requirements Job Shift: Days Schedule: Full Time Days of the Week: Variable Weekend Requirements: None Benefits: Yes Unions: No Position Status: Exempt Weekly Hours: 40 Employee Status: Regular Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans. Pay Range is $145,204.80 to $217,796.80 / annual salary The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package. Working at Sutter Health Sutter Health values and supports the unique talents and strengths that each employee brings to our organization. As a result, you are empowered to apply your passion for healing in innovative ways to care for patients and their families.