USAJOBS · 2 months ago
Optometrist (Clinical)
Fort Lee, Virginia, USA
Full-time
Onsite
Entry, Mid Level
$124K/yr - $161K/yr
1+ years expUSAJOBS is seeking a Clinical Optometrist located at Fort Lee, VA. The position is responsible for providing full-scope primary eye care services, including ocular and systemic health evaluations, prescribing medications, and conducting necessary tests.
ConsultingGovernmentHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologyInternetStaffing Agency
No H1B
U.S. Citizen Only
Responsibilities
Provides a variety of optometric services to patients, to include examining, diagnosing, managing and treatment
Performs all necessary tests that deal with the eye portion of all types of physical exams
Maintains in-depth participation in the Optometry Performance Improvement Program
Diagnoses conditions through the analysis of test results, medical, and previous eye history occupational needs
Refers patients for consultation to other health care providers when appropriate
Manages data and information that deals with the Optometry Service mission to include the writing of memorandums, letters, and reports
Make reports as requested
Conducts work site inspections as requested to ensure proper implementation of the occupational vision program
Qualification
Required
A Doctor of Optometry degree from an educational program that is accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) at the time the degree was obtained
Applicants must have received a passing score on the National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO) examinations and possess a current, full, and unrestricted license to practice optometry in a State, the District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States
One year of specialized experience as an optometrist which includes examining and treating patients with visual disorders and/or diseases
If you are using education completed in foreign colleges or universities to meet the qualification requirements, you must show the education credentials have been evaluated by a private organization that specializes in interpretation of foreign education programs and such education has been deemed equivalent to that gained in an accredited U.S. education program
This position requires that you obtain and maintain a Basic Life Support (BLS) certification from, or in accordance with, the American Heart Association and American Red Cross
This position has mandatory seasonal Influenza vaccination requirements and is subject to annual seasonal Influenza vaccinations unless otherwise exempted for medical or religious reasons
All applicants tentatively selected for this position will be required to submit a urinalysis to screen for illegal drug use prior to appointment
This position is subject to a pre-employment screening, and random drug testing, to include testing based on reasonable suspicion and testing due to direct involvement with an on-duty accident
This position requires the completion of a pre-employment Physical Examination and an annual examination thereafter to ensure the continued, required level of physical health and ability or fitness to perform the duties of the position
This position requires the incumbent to fulfill credentialing requirements and obtain and maintain appropriate/relevant clinical privileges
One year trial/probationary period may be required
Benefits
A career with the U.S. government provides employees with a comprehensive benefits package.
As a federal employee, you and your family will have access to a range of benefits that are designed to make your federal career very rewarding.
Company
USAJOBS
USAJOBS enables federal job seekers to access job opportunities across hundreds of federal agencies and organizations.
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