Optometrist - Ascension DePaul Services

We Are Hiring

DePaul Community Health Centers operates eleven Federally Qualified Health Centers in the Greater New Orleans area. DCHC is committed to improving the health status of our community and to continue a long tradition of service in this market. DCHC is seeking an Optometrist to provide clinical care for Community Health Centers. The doctor will have full tech support and a fully equipped clinic.

Daughters Of Charity Core Values

Service of the Poor Employee demonstrates generosity of spirit, especially for persons most in need Reverence Employee demonstrates respect and compassion for the dignity and diversity of life Integrity Employee inspires trust through personal leadership Wisdom Employee integrates excellence and stewardship into execution of job duties Creativity Employee demonstrates courageous innovation Dedication Employee affirms the hope and joy of the Daughters of Charity mission

What You Will Do

Assumes overall responsibility for patients receiving care in the Clinic. Works in tandem with other departments to ensure a collaborative, team-oriented environment. Develops treatment plans in collaboration with patients, as well as educates and advises patients on medical issues. Diagnose and treat refractive disorders. Diagnoses and treats ocular disorders caused by age-related illnesses. Examines, diagnoses, treats, and manages diseases, injuries and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures. Identifies related systemic conditions affecting the eye. Enters patient information and completes required clinical documentation in the electronic medical record.

Physical Demands

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Ability to talk and hear Prolonged period of attentive listening Sitting, standing and walking. Ability to work flexible hours Lifting, twisting, standing, bending and some activities that involve running for long periods of time will occur. 90% of work will require some sort of physical activity to be performed. Employee will be required to travel from time to time and must be willing to work various shifts to accommodate needs of various sites.

Work Environment

This job operates in a professional office environment. According to the special event type, some work may be performed outside with varying temperatures.

What You Will Need

Licensure / Certification / Registration: Must have Louisiana OD License Must have at least 1 year of experience Must have experience working with a diverse population Must have excellent communication skills, including verbal and written Must be computer literate

Preferred Qualifications

Three years of Optometry experience in a community healthcare clinic setting. Bi-lingual and Experience with Compulink software is a plus.

Visa Eligibility

None

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

Equal employment opportunity employer

Ascension provides Equal Employment Opportunities (EEO) to all associates and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, pregnancy, childbirth, and related medical conditions, lactation, breastfeeding, national origin, citizenship, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, marital status, all as defined by applicable law, and any other legally protected status or characteristic in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. For further information, view the EEO Know Your Rights (English) poster or EEO Know Your Rights (Spanish) poster.

Why Join Our Team?

Ascension is a leading nonprofit Catholic health system with a culture and associate experience grounded in service, growth, care and connection. We empower our 97,000+ associates to bring their skills and expertise every day to reimagining healthcare, together. Recognized as one of the Best 150+ Places to Work in Healthcare and a Military-Friendly Gold Employer, you'll find an inclusive and supportive environment where your contributions truly matter.

Benefits

Paid time off (PTO) Various health insurance options & wellness plans Retirement benefits including employer match plans Long-term & short-term disability Employee assistance programs (EAP) Parental leave & adoption assistance Tuition reimbursement Ways to give back to your community

Benefit options and eligibility vary by position. Compensation varies based on factors including, but not limited to, experience, skills, education, performance, location and salary range at the time of the offer.