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About the Role

The Optometrist - Temporary role will perform routine vision and medical examinations using independent professional judgment within the scope of California law and MNHC policies. This position reports to the Chief Medical Officer.

Responsibilities

• Examines eyes using observation and instruments to determine visual acuity, perception, focus, and coordination, and to diagnose ocular diseases and abnormalities.
• Conducts and documents patient history, measures refractive error, and performs visual fields, pupil testing, ocular mobility testing, slit lamp examination, ophthalmoscopy, gonioscopy, and tear function testing.
• Prescribes eyeglasses and other necessary treatments.
• Interprets clinical exam data, analyzes test results, and develops treatment plans.
• Completes school forms, Department of Motor Vehicle documents, and similar paperwork.
• Educates patients regarding examinations and findings.
• Practices within the scope of optometry and refers to ophthalmology as needed.

Requirements

• Graduation from an accredited school of optometry with a Doctor of Optometry degree.
• Valid California Optometry license.
• Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents Certification (T.P.A.).
• Must have a National Provider Identifier (NPI) or obtain one prior to employment.
• Cultural competency working with diverse/low-income communities, especially Spanish-speaking immigrant communities.
• Knowledge of modern optometric methods, procedures, and practices.
• Ability to perform eye examinations on children and adults.
• Ability to write concisely and legibly.
• Ability to communicate effectively.
• Ability to relate congenially to patients and staff.
• Ability to maintain the highest level of confidentiality when dealing with patient records and personal information.

Skills

• Optometry
• Vision examination
• Ocular disease diagnosis
• Prescription writing
• Patient education
• Medical documentation
• Spanish (preferred)

Location

• San Francisco, CA

Work Type

• Temporary
• Full-time

Experience Level

• Not specified

Education Level

• Doctor of Optometry degree

Salary/Compensations

• $72.00 to $78.00 per hour

Benefits

• Not specified

About the Company

• Mission Neighborhood Health Center (MNHC) is a non-profit, multi-site community health organization offering comprehensive health services in the Mission and Excelsior Districts of San Francisco.
• The center offers primary health care services, adult medicine, pediatrics, family planning, OB/GYN, HIV and homeless services.
• MNHC advocates for health equity and delivers innovative, high-quality services responsive to the neighborhoods and diverse communities it serves.

Equal Opportunity

• Mission Neighborhood Health Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for our diverse workforce.
• We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, reproductive health decisions, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, genetic information, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.
• Pursuant to the San Francisco Fair Chance Ordinance, we will consider employment for qualified applicants with arrest and conviction records.