Description
FIRST POSTING TO ENROLLED ONEIDA TRIBAL MEMBERS ONLY
Salary is Negotiable
After successful completion of the probationary period, employee will receive off probation wage increase.
Summary:
Diagnose, manage, and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system. Examine eyes and visual system, diagnose problems or impairments, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide treatment. May prescribe therapeutic drugs to treat specific eye conditions. Continuati8on of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Responsibilities:
1. Assist with development, documentation and refine the operating procedures used in the Optometric department.
2.Examine eyes, using observation, instruments and pharmaceutical, to determine visual acuity and perception, focus and coordination and to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities.
3. Analyze test results and develop a treatment plan.
4. Prescribe, fit and adjust eyeglasses, contact lenses and other vision aids.
5. Prescribe medications to treat eye diseases.
6. Educate and counsel patients on contact lens, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements and safety factors.
7. Consult with and refer patients to other health care practitioner and provide consultation records if additional medical treatment is determined necessary. Assist with the tracking of these referrals.
8. Remove foreign bodies from the eye.
9. Provide patients with undergoing eye surgeries, such as cataract and laser vision correction, with pre- and post-operative care.
10. Prescribe therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision.
11. Provide vision therapy and low vision rehabilitation as indicated and available within the department.
12. Order and provide primary interpretation of laboratory studies.
13. Record organized, legible entries in patient record, including referrals and correspondence with outside Physicians and Optometrists.
14. Inform the patient of diagnosis and treatment needs and options in a manner that the patient understands and can make an informed decision.
15. Participate in Head Start and Tribal school screenings as needed.
16. Provide ongoing training for para-optometric personal in the areas of optometric assistant and optical procedures.
17. Attend continuing education courses to keep informed of new technology and advances in the optical industry.
18. Contribute to a team effort and accomplishes related results as required.
19. Support and adhere to established policies and planning endorsed by the Oneida Health Center as well as the Oneida Business Committee.
20. Maintain strict department security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
21. The above duties and responsibilities are not an all-inclusive list but rather a general representation of the duties and responsibilities associated with this position. The duties and responsibilities will be subject to change based on organizational needs and/or deemed necessary by the supervisor.
Skills:
Nonessential:
* Establish and maintain effective working relationships with other law enforcement/regulatory agencies, departmental staff, tribal officials, and the public
* Business English, proper spelling, grammar, punctuation, and basic math
* Maintain quality, safety, and/or infection control standards
* Knowledge of patient care charts and patient histories
* Ability and willingness to provide strong customer service orientation
* Ability to test computer equipment
* Knowledge of therapeutic pharmaceuticals
* Knowledge of clinical operations and procedures
* Ability to demonstrate excellence and continually seek improvement in results
* Ability to analyze complex medical records and identify billable services
* Ability to handle multiple tasks and meet deadlines
* Knowledge of medical insurance and third-party payment systems and procedures
* Skill in the use of personal computers and related software applications
* Knowledge of modern office practices, procedures, and equipment.
* Knowledge of diabetes and how it affects the retina.
* Skill in performing ocular screening examinations, and visual acuity testing, using ETDRS or other standardized means
* Skill in operating various word-processing, spreadsheets, and database software programs in a Windows environment.
* Knowledge of computer systems, servers, and workstations
* Knowledge of ocular procedures and screenings
* Ability to supervise staff
* Ability to communicate effectively in the English language, both verbally and in writing.
* Knowledge and understanding of all aspects of ocular photography, including fundus photography.
* Knowledge of ICD-10 coding, and insurance billing is required
* Ability to operate and use a keratometer, lensometer, visual field analyzer, topographer, fundus camera, HRT, NCT tonometer, pupilometer, auto refractor and blood glucose monitor.
* Ability to utilize, calibrate, configure and/or troubleshoot testing systems and instruments.
* Ability to manage optometric office
* Ability to understand and follow specific instructions and procedures.
Education Requirement - Or A Closely Related Field:
Education with Equivalent Qualifications:
Essential:
* Doctor of Optometry Degree
Credentials:
Essential:
* Driver's License Personal Vehicle
* Insurance Required
* Driver Safety Training
* Wisconsin License to practice Optometry or eligibility for
Nonessential:
* Health Insurance Portability (HIPAA) Accountability
* CPR and Red Cross First Aide
* Child Abuse Reporting Policy (CARP)
Working conditions:
Essential:
* Stand frequently
* Handle frequently
* Feel frequently
* Frequently reach with hands and arms.
* Climb heights frequently
* Balance frequently
* Bend/stoop frequently
* Kneel frequently
* Crawl frequently
* Walk frequently
* Talk frequently
* Hear frequently
* Extended hours, evening, and/or weekend work may be required.
* Carry up to 25 pounds occasionally
* Medical office setting with potential patient exposure
Other information:
EQUAL EMPLOYMENT OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT - The Oneida Nation does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age or disability status in employment or the provision of services. However, individuals of Indian ancestry and Veterans will be given preference by law in employment.
Continuation of this position is contingent upon funding allocations.
Must maintain strict security, confidentiality, and quality to meet professional standards of the department.
Must adhere to all Oneida Nation Personnel Policies and Procedures, Oneida Nation Standard Operating Procedures, and Area and Program Strategic Plans and Policies.
Must pass a background check to meet Employment Eligibility Requirements. If applicable, must pass a background check to meet Oneida Nation/State Compact and/or Oneida Nation Gaming Ordinance, and may be required to obtain a temporary license and/or Gaming license as a condition of employment.
Must be willing and able to obtain additional related education and training.
Must pass a pre-employment drug screen and adhere to the Nation Drug and Alcohol-Free Workplace Policy.
A Tuberculosis (TB) Screening and/or a 2 step TB Skin Test is required within thirty (30) days of employment.
Must provide a copy of diploma/degree, license, or certification upon employment.
ITEMS TO BE SUBMITTED:
1. Must provide a copy of diploma, license, degree or certification upon employment.
2. Employees are required to have proof of seasonal influenza vaccination; medical or religious exemption may be requested upon hire.
3. Three (3) current letters of references (personal, professional, and past employment).
4. Background information disclosure (BID) form.
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