Optometrist

Summary

Truman VA Medical Center is committed to Diversity and Inclusion. Together, we strive to create and maintain a working and learning environment that promotes professional growth and teamwork. We offer an inclusive, equitable, and welcoming environment where we celebrate our individual differences and unite as a team toward a common goal of providing outstanding service to our Nation's Veterans.

Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Optometrist

Basic Requirements:

United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy
English Language Proficiency
Optometrists appointed to direct patient-care positions must be proficient in spoken and written English as required by 38 U.S.C
7402(d), and 7407(d)
Education
Degree of doctor of optometry resulting from a course of education in optometry
The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools or colleges approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed
Optometrist (Except Residents)
Licensed to practice optometry in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia
Optometrists are required to possess full and unrestricted licensure and to maintain a current registration in their State of licensure if this is a requirement of the particular State
Grade Determinations: Associate Grade
None beyond the basic requirements
Full Grade
Two years of optometric practice or its equivalent
One year of approved residency training or its creditable equivalent acceptable to the Council on Optometric Education of the American Optometric Association is acceptable in lieu of the 2 years of practice
Candidate must have demonstrated the professional competence and performance necessary to provide independently the full range of clinical optometric diagnosis and treatment for all the most prevalent types of vision dysfunctions and the detection and referral of patients with ocular disease or ocular manifestations of systemic disease
Intermediate Grade
Meets the requirements in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) below:(1) Four years of optometric practice or its equivalent
One year of approved residency training or its creditable equivalent acceptable to the Council on Optometric Education of the American Optometric Association is acceptable in lieu of 2 years of practice.(2) The optometrist at this level has successfully passed the examinations of the National Board of Examiners in Optometry(3) Has achieved a high level of professional attainment Senior Grade
Meets the requirements for Intermediate grade and the requirements in paragraphs (1) and (2) below:(1) The optometrist at this level possesses such academic stature as would warrant a faculty appointment of a professional level in an approved school or college of optometry.(2) Has demonstrated recognized superior professional attainment Chief Grade: Meets the requirements for Senior grade and must demonstrate a sustained very high level of professional performance with evidence of exceptional professional and/or administrative development
Reference: VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-5 Optometrist Qualification Standard
This can be found in the local Human Resources Office
The full performance level of this vacancy is 13
The actual grade at which an applicant may be selected for this vacancy is in the range of 11 to 13
Preferred Requirement: RESIDENT TRAINED Requirements: Physical requirements: Applicants must meet physical standards for the position
A physical examination prior to placement is required
This is a designated drug testing position
After appointment, you will be subject to random testing for illegal drug use
Requires lifting 15-44 pounds; pushing (approx
2 hours); reaching above shoulder; use of fingers and both hands; walking and standing from 3-5 hours and kneeling
Ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously
Must have depth perception and ability to distinguish basic colors and shades of colors
Hearing aid is permitted.
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Work Schedule: Monday - Friday, 8:00am - 4:30pm Telework: Not Available Financial Disclosure Report: Not required *This announcement will close earlier than the closing date if candidate is selected early.
The optometrist will provide direct patient care to our unique Veteran population.
Duties and responsibilities include, but is not limited to: Performs procedures that require an optometrist, including comprehensive eye examinations, management of new patient consultations, diagnosis and treatment, and management of established patient eye and vision care.
Provides accurate and timely completion of clinical records, patient encounters, and other performance standards.
Performs diagnosis and treatment consistent with guidelines of the organization, the eye clinic, professional practice, clinical privileges, and community standard of care.
Manages the day-to-day operations of the Marshfield Optometry Clinics and the Continuum of Care for blind and visually impaired Veterans.
Sets priorities and prepares schedules for completion of work assigned to staff.
Participate in the monitoring of Joint Commission standards compliance and CARF preparation and accreditation.
Assists with responses to patient complaints, Congressional inquiries, or Patient Event Reports."

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