Optometrist

Job Summary

The Optometrist uses skills as a seasoned, experienced professional with a full understanding of industry practices and campus policies and procedures to resolve a wide range of issues. Demonstrates good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions.

• Provides optometric examinations including but not limited to : pupillary reflexes, tonometry, keratometry, evaluation of muscle balance, stereopsis, phorias, vergences, slit lamp examination, visual acuity, lensometry and indirect biomicroscopy.
• Provides routine eye examinations for new and established patients as well as follow-up exam for established medical patients in the ophthalmology practice.
• Performs eye examinations and contact lens fittings to pediatric patients.
• Performs triage and screening for acute or unscheduled patients in ophthalmology.
• Prescribes ophthalmic medications within the scope of practice.
• Complies with all Ambulatory Services and Medical Center policies and procedures for infection control, safety, administrative and clinical practice.
• Complies with activities mandated by TJC and DHS.
• Participates in communicating the specific needs of patients to care providers.
• Ensures a professional and helpful working environment by upholding the House Standards as adopted by the Medical center Staff.
• Demonstrates courtesy, common sense and follow-through in all telephone communications.
• Orders and maintains contact lens fitting stock and supplies.
• Keeps informed of current trends and developments within optometry.
• Works within the ophthalmology clinics to provide support as needed.
• Adheres to the Medical Center and Departmental guidelines related to documentation of patient encounter notes, charge documents, and diagnostic study interpretation notes.

UCSF Medical Center requires all Advanced Health Professionals (AHP) to be credentialed through its Medical Staff Services Office (MSSO) in order to practice and function in their clinical role. This applies to both adult and pediatric AHPs in the inpatient and outpatient clinical settings at all UCSF Medical Center sites (Parnassus, Mt. Zion, Satellite Clinics, et al.). Credentialing and approval of the Standardized Procedures takes between 60-90 days and must be completed prior to the first working day. Must have a minimum of one year of work experience as a licensed optometrist. Must be flexible to orient and work at all UCSF Medical Center locations.

The final salary and offer components are subject to additional approvals based on UC policy.

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Equal Employment Opportunity

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

Department Description

UCSF's Pediatric Ophthalmology & Optometry Clinic provides comprehensive evaluation and treatment for a full spectrum of childhood eye conditions - from common vision issues to rare and highly complex disorders. Our team is dedicated exclusively to caring for the unique vision needs of children of all ages, from infants who can't yet describe what they see to older kids receiving their first glasses. We care for patients with a wide range of conditions, including nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, amblyopia (lazy eye), strabismus (crossed eyes), ptosis (drooping eyelid), blocked tear ducts, cataracts, pediatric glaucoma, retinal and corneal disorders, congenital eye abnormalities, and optic nerve conditions.

About UCSF

At UCSF Health, our mission of innovative patient care, advanced technology and pioneering research is redefining what's possible for the patients we serve - a promise we share with the professionals who make up our team.

Consistently ranked among the top 10 hospitals nationwide by U.S. News & World Report - UCSF Health is committed to providing the most rewarding work experience while delivering the best care available anywhere. In an environment that allows for continuous learning and opportunities for professional growth, UCSF Health offers the ideal atmosphere in which to best use your skills and talents.

Pride Values

UCSF is a diverse community made of people with many skills and talents. We seek candidates whose work experience or community service has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to professionalism, respect, integrity, diversity and excellence - also known as our PRIDE values.

In addition to our PRIDE values, UCSF is committed to equity - both in how we deliver care as well as our workforce. We are committed to building a broadly diverse community, nurturing a culture that is welcoming and supportive, and engaging diverse ideas for the provision of culturally competent education, discovery, and patient care. Additional information about UCSF is available at diversity.ucsf.edu

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