About this opportunity
Confluence Health lists this Optometrist opportunity in wenatchee, Washington. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Salary Range
$121,000 - $275,000/Yr.
Overview
Located in the heart of Washington, we enjoy open skies, snow-capped mountains, and the lakes and rivers of the high desert. We are the proud home of orchards, farms, and small communities. Confluence Health actively supports the communities we serve and their quality of life through our community support program and through our individual efforts as involved community members.
Full Time Employees of Confluence Health receive a wide range of benefits in addition to compensation.
Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance
Flexible Spending Accounts & Health Saving Accounts
Paid Time Off
Generous Retirement Plans
Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Gym Membership Discount
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Adoption Assistance
Shift Differential
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This is an exceptional opportunity for an Optometrist seeking both professional fulfillment and an outstanding quality of life. Enjoy a 4-day work week with no evenings, weekends, or overnight responsibilities, along with a generous benefits package. You'll join a highly collaborative team of 10 Ophthalmologists and 6 Optometrists, providing comprehensive eye care in a collegial and supportive environment. The primary focus of the role is comprehensive eye examinations, with opportunities to participate in post-operative care and management of on-call patients as needed. Clinic volumes are designed to support quality patient care, typically ranging from 20-30 patients per day. This position offers strong earning potential that exceeds many traditional Optometry opportunities, while maintaining a healthy work-life balance uncommon in high-producing practices.
Summary
This position offers a sign on bonus up to $5,000.00
Applies to external candidates only.
Please Note: This position offers an initial guaranteed salary, with a planned transition to a full production compensation model after 6-12 months based on established practice volume and productivity.
Performs functions as outlined, not to exceed WA state RCW .
Position Reports To: Practice Manager
Essential Functions
Perform primary vision care, including the examinations of the human eye, analysis of the vision system, and the determination of the refractive powers of the eye.
Performs tasks to obtain prescription and also the fitting of lenses, prisms, and therapeutic or refractive contact lenses.
Diagnoses and treats eye disease and works closely with ophthalmologist colleagues to provide the best possible patient care. Will always seek consult with an ophthalmologist or optometrist colleague on any case that is beyond personal comfort zone.
Works closely with ophthalmologist in the management of post-cataract and laser vision correction patients.
Works closely with the ophthalmologist to insure continuity of patient care as well as quality assurance on all medical eye conditions.
Stay current through continuing education courses on improved treatment and management methods for all eye conditions and/or eye diseases.
Required to maintain active Basic Life Support (CPR) certification.
Understands and complies with code and evacuation procedures.
Performs other duties as assigned.
Demonstrate Standards of Behavior and adhere to the Code of Conduct in all aspects of job performance at all times.
Qualifications
Required: Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited college of optometry.
Bachelor's Degree.
Currently licensed to practice Optometry in the state of Washington.
Basic knowledge of the care given in a medical setting.
Knowledge of optometric examination, diagnostic, and treatment procedures.
Knowledge of patient education principles.
Relate effectively with co-workers, physicians, and staff and function as part of a team.
Relate effectively to patients, guests, and the general public.
Work efficiently amidst on-going distractions.
Communicate effectively in written form.
Work independently with minimal supervision.
Good organizational skills.
Speak to others with a pleasant phone manner.
Attention to detail and numerical accuracy.
Respond calmly in an emergency situation.
Reason and think logically to solve problems.
Use judgment and make decisions.
Deal effectively with the public in confrontational situations.
Maintain confidentiality of patient information.
Examine documents for accuracy and completeness.
Speak clearly and concisely.
Negotiate and work through issues.
Leadership skills and the ability to instruct and train others.
Type at least 35 wpm.
Desired: Not specified.
Physical/Sensory Demands
O = Occasional, represents 1 to 25% or up to 30 minutes in a 2 hour workday.
F = Frequent, represents 26 to 50% or up to 1 hour of a 2 hour workday.
C = Continuous, represents 51% to 100% or up to 2 hours of a 2 hour workday.
Physical/Sensory Demands For This Position: Walking - F
Sitting/Standing - F
Reaching: Shoulder Height - F
Reaching: Above shoulder height - F
Reaching: Below shoulder height - F
Climbing - O
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds or less - F
Pulling/Pushing: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - F
Pulling/Pushing: Over 50 pounds - F
Lifting: 25 pounds or less - O
Lifting: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
Lifting: Over 50 pounds - O
Carrying: 25 pounds or less - O
Carrying: 25 pounds to 50 pounds - O
Carrying: Over 50 pounds - O
Crawling/Kneeling - O
Bending/Stooping/Crouching - O
Twisting/Turning - O
Repetitive Movement - O
Working Conditions: Work is performed in patient exam and treatment rooms, where space may be limited and confined. Requires a combination of working independently and also working closely with others. Hours may be irregular at times; work over scheduled hours may be required. Requires working under stressful conditions.
Job Classification: FLSA: Exempt
Hourly/Salary: Salary
Physical Exposures For This Position: Unprotected Heights - Not specified
Heat - Not specified
Cold - No
Mechanical Hazards - No
Hazardous Substances - No
Blood Borne Pathogens Exposure Potential - Yes
Lighting - No
Noise - Not specified
Ionizing/Non-Ionizing Radiation - No
Infectious Diseases - Yes
Worksite address
wenatchee, WA, 98807, US
Who can apply
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