OPTOMETRIST

Job Description

Job Description

Description:

The health services that became the Anthony L Jordan Health Corporation (Jordan Health) began more than 100 years ago, in 1904. As one of the first 5 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) established in the nation, its roots are steeped in service to those who face barriers to health and health care, meeting their need for comprehensive medical, dentistry, behavioral health, and community services. Starting in northeast Rochester, NY, Jordan Health has since expanded to become a network of primary care offices and health centers serving residents living in three quadrants of Rochester, NY and in Canandaigua, N.Y. 

Jordan Health is now seeking an Optometrist who, under the guidance of the Chief Medical Officer, is primarily responsible for providing comprehensive vision care to patients so they can care for their eyes and access tools to support their eyesight. Duties include conducting eye inspections, identifying signs of disease or injury and prescribing corrective lenses.

If you want to apply your specialized experience and education in an environment where you can make a difference and significantly impact patients’ quality of life, please consider our Optometrist opportunity.

The Optometrist will ensure that:

· Eye exams include History, Visual Acuities, Bio microscopy, Retinoscopy, Refraction, Tonometry, and Ophthalmoscopy.

· Writing copy of prescriptions. Writing prescriptions consistent with level 1 and/or 2 therapeutics in addition to basic license. 

· Writing prescriptions for lenses.

· Writing referrals.

· Maintain client confidence and protects operation by keeping information confidential.

· Contributes to team effort by accomplishing related results as needed.

· Reliable attendance in order to be present to maintain effective relationships and keep up with position responsibilities. 

Education And Experience Required:

· Optometry License and use of diagnostic medications and level one therapeutics.

Benefits: Jordan Health offers a competitive salary and full benefits offering including medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 403b retirement plan. We offer Professional Development allowance. 

Jordan Health offers equal opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color religion, age, sex, disability, national origin, ancestry, citizenship, military or veteran status, marital status, sexual orientation, domestic violence victim status, predisposing genetic characteristics or genetic information, or any other status protected by law.  

About Jordan Health:

Jordan Health is an independent FQHC, with Level III Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH) designation through the National Committee on Quality Assurance. Jordan Health receives funding from the Health Resources and Services Administration (HRSA) of the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services. Jordan Health is a network of outpatient primary care offices with providers who follow a panel of patients. While independent, Jordan Health actively collaborates with the major hospital and healthcare systems in our operating area to provide a total safety net of healthcare services.