Optometry Opening in Othello, WA

###Optometrist Opportunity: Othello, WA - Located 60 miles from Yakima; 150 miles from Seattle ###Position Details:

• Full-time; Permanent
• Salary Range: $119,071 - $154,793
• Oversees the patient's diagnosis, treatment and prevention of vision problems and eye diseases within the scope of his/her licensure.
• Responsible to examine eyes, using observation, instruments and pharmaceutical agents, to determine visual acuity and perception, focus and coordination and to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities.
• Responsible to practice at the full scope of their licensure and prescribes medications to treat eye diseases as state law permits.
• Responsible to prescribe, supply, fit and adjust eyeglasses, contact lenses and other vision aids.
• Responsible to analyze test results and develop treatment plans.
• Responsible to educate and counsel patients on contact lens care, visual hygiene, lighting arrangements and safety factors.
• Responsible to remove foreign bodies from the eye.
• Responsible to order and interpret special-testing data for patients.
• Responsible to observe and train staff regarding appropriate work-up procedures.
• Responsible to consult with and refer patients to Ophthalmologist or other health care practitioner, if additional medical treatment is determined necessary.
• Responsible to provide patients undergoing eye surgeries, such as cataract and laser vision correction, with pre- and post-operative care.
• Responsible to prescribe therapeutic procedures to correct or preserve vision.
• Responsible to promote a positive work culture and upholds clinic policies and procedures, including the WE CARE standards of Behavior.
• Responsible to uphold confidentiality at all times
• Responsible to serve as a clinical lead in absence of Director of Eye Care.
• Other duties as assigned.
• Promotes a positive work culture and upholds clinic policies and procedures, including the WE CARE standards of Behavior. ###