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Essential Functions:
- Collect, secure and account for fees and monies and assure the secure and accurate maintenance of cash funds according to established cash control policies and procedures.
- Using both automated and manual systems perform cashiering duties for optical dispensing, optometry, ophthalmology, and contact lens departments including handling of large cash deposits.
- Compile and process, verify and forward accurate statistical data on a daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly basis using manual and automated systems, i.e., balancing deposits to POS printout and month-end, non-delivered eyeglass inventory.
- Check in members for scheduled appointments, as applicable, following established Business Office Services procedures.
- Register members for Optical Dispensing and Contact Lens Dispensing services (Optometry and Ophthalmology services as needed).
- Determine and ensure proper application of all member vision benefit plans.
- Answer calls on multiple-line phones.
- Transfer, as appropriate, to other departments (Contact Lens, Ophthalmology, Optometry, Advice, etc.).
- Respond to members' questions regarding benefits, status of orders, appointments, etc.
- As needed, schedule appointments through HealthConnect for Optometry and Contact Lens following established appointing protocols.
- Assist members with their ophthalmic needs (provider availability, pricing information, etc.) in a positive and professional manner.
- Retrieve member Rx and billing information and fax or phone to outside optical centers, insurance companies, COB, Industrial Claims, and other Kaiser optical centers within our region as well as other regions.
- Be able to properly read Rx information both from the written Rx and from the order, including lens type and lens material.
- Coordinate with the Optical Lab and other optical offices to ensure the timely, accurate processing of optical orders and application of vision benefit allowances.
- Transmit and monitor optical orders using the POS computer system.
- Follow up to ensure the timeliness of optical orders requiring special handling, i.e., emergency and late optical orders.
- Field all calls from the Optical Lab with questions concerning orders and resolve the questions or direct the question to the proper optician.
- Assist in retail merchandising activities by ordering, pricing, cleaning, stocking items, and advising members of supplemental optical products and services, warranty programs and multiple pair discount opportunities in order to increase supplemental optical revenue.
- Assist in training of new employees, modeling correct work ethics, guidance and coaching.
- Aid and assist new employees with cash handling and balancing end-of-day receipts.
- Assist in familiarizing new employees with policies, procedures and multiple computer systems.
- Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- One (1) to two (2) years of experience in cashiering and customer service.
- One (1) to two (2) years of demonstrated work experience as an optical support specialist in a medical office or related business, preferred
- Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in cashiering and customer service, preferred.
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge and skills in effective communications, customer relations, typing, cashiering, and computer operations.
- Working knowledge of basic cashiering principles, including ability to reconcile daily deposits when necessary.
- Familiarity with personal computers.
- Demonstrates customer-focused service skills.
- Must have demonstrated effective interpersonal and human relations skills.
- Computer keyboarding skills and ability to quickly learn to operate multiple computer systems in a multi-user environment.
- Able to operate standard office equipment, including 10-key calculator.
- Able to work in a high-volume department and prioritize multiple assigned tasks.
- Able to respond effectively to requests from members/patients, providers, and other coworkers.
- Thorough knowledge of Kaiser Permanente organization structure, policies, and procedures, in particular, as it relates to the Eye Care Services program, preferred.
- Principles of cash control and security, preferred.
- Basic accounting or bookkeeping, preferred.
- Ability to maintain a good working relationship between the reception area and Optical Dispensing, Optometry, Ophthalmology, Contact Lens Services, to ensure delivery of an effective and high quality Eye Care Services program, preferred.
- Basic micro computer applications (spreadsheets and word processing), preferred.
- Typing and 10-key by touch, preferred.

Salary Range- $16.70 - $20.07]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2439742-Portland-Optical-Services
Essential Functions:
- Collect, secure and account for fees and monies and assure the secure and accurate maintenance of cash funds according to established cash control policies and procedures.
- Using both automated and manual systems perform cashiering duties for optical dispensing, optometry, ophthalmology, and contact lens departments including handling of large cash deposits.
- Compile and process, verify and forward accurate statistical data on a daily, weekly, monthly, and yearly basis using manual and automated systems, i.e., balancing deposits to POS printout and month-end, non-delivered eyeglass inventory.
- Check in members for scheduled appointments, as applicable, following established Business Office Services procedures.
- Register members for Optical Dispensing and Contact Lens Dispensing services (Optometry and Ophthalmology services as needed).
- Determine and ensure proper application of all member vision benefit plans.
- Answer calls on multiple-line phones.
- Transfer, as appropriate, to other departments (Contact Lens, Ophthalmology, Optometry, Advice, etc.).
- Respond to members' questions regarding benefits, status of orders, appointments, etc.
- As needed, schedule appointments through HealthConnect for Optometry and Contact Lens following established appointing protocols.
- Assist members with their ophthalmic needs (provider availability, pricing information, etc.) in a positive and professional manner.
- Retrieve member Rx and billing information and fax or phone to outside optical centers, insurance companies, COB, Industrial Claims, and other Kaiser optical centers within our region as well as other regions.
- Be able to properly read Rx information both from the written Rx and from the order, including lens type and lens material.
- Coordinate with the Optical Lab and other optical offices to ensure the timely, accurate processing of optical orders and application of vision benefit allowances.
- Transmit and monitor optical orders using the POS computer system.
- Follow up to ensure the timeliness of optical orders requiring special handling, i.e., emergency and late optical orders.
- Field all calls from the Optical Lab with questions concerning orders and resolve the questions or direct the question to the proper optician.
- Assist in retail merchandising activities by ordering, pricing, cleaning, stocking items, and advising members of supplemental optical products and services, warranty programs and multiple pair discount opportunities in order to increase supplemental optical revenue.
- Assist in training of new employees, modeling correct work ethics, guidance and coaching.
- Aid and assist new employees with cash handling and balancing end-of-day receipts.
- Assist in familiarizing new employees with policies, procedures and multiple computer systems.
- Perform other duties as requested.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- One (1) to two (2) years of experience in cashiering and customer service.
- One (1) to two (2) years of demonstrated work experience as an optical support specialist in a medical office or related business, preferred
- Three (3) to five (5) years of experience in cashiering and customer service, preferred.
- Demonstrated comprehensive knowledge and skills in effective communications, customer relations, typing, cashiering, and computer operations.
- Working knowledge of basic cashiering principles, including ability to reconcile daily deposits when necessary.
- Familiarity with personal computers.
- Demonstrates customer-focused service skills.
- Must have demonstrated effective interpersonal and human relations skills.
- Computer keyboarding skills and ability to quickly learn to operate multiple computer systems in a multi-user environment.
- Able to operate standard office equipment, including 10-key calculator.
- Able to work in a high-volume department and prioritize multiple assigned tasks.
- Able to respond effectively to requests from members/patients, providers, and other coworkers.
- Thorough knowledge of Kaiser Permanente organization structure, policies, and procedures, in particular, as it relates to the Eye Care Services program, preferred.
- Principles of cash control and security, preferred.
- Basic accounting or bookkeeping, preferred.
- Ability to maintain a good working relationship between the reception area and Optical Dispensing, Optometry, Ophthalmology, Contact Lens Services, to ensure delivery of an effective and high quality Eye Care Services program, preferred.
- Basic micro computer applications (spreadsheets and word processing), preferred.
- Typing and 10-key by touch, preferred.

Salary Range- $16.70 - $20.07]]> Thu, 17 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2439685-Washington-Optical-Services Essential Functions:
- Manages all aspects of Optometry Services including personnel, quality, access, & cost to support the provision of high quality, service-oriented, & cost effective eye care.
- Supervises all activities of the Optometry staff, interviews, hires, disciplines, evaluates (w/ input from Ophthalmologists & peers), counsels & terminates doctorate level clinical providers in conformance w/ EEO/AA goals, personnel policies & performance standards.
- Receives clinical direction & oversight from the Chief of Ophthalmology. Works in collaboration w/ the Chief of Ophthalmology to communicate & facilitate the integration of best practices for vision care in the region, clinical & administrative allocation of time, & to assure continuous improvement in the delivery of optometric services.
- Coordinates w/ Service Area Leaders to ensure that a strategic service delivery plan exists for Optometry that meets the needs of the Service Area. Participates on Area Councils as required.
- Monitors key performance indicators for the range of services within accountability, identifies trends/issues & implements improvement programs.
- Effectively coordinates services w/ Retail Services to optimize revenue opportunities for the department. Maximizes productivity of Optometrists to increase revenue capture.
- Gives input into the activities & evaluations of the Optometry support staff as they relate to the optimum functioning of the Optometry Department.
- Manages membership issues & provider relationships in coordination w/ Medical Center administration.
- Develops, monitors & assures maintenance of all assigned regional equipment in good working order. Develop capital purchase plans for optometry equipment purchase.
- Responsible for the leadership & direction of any Optometry Educational & Training Programs w/ which the Region may be involved.
- Functions as a key member of the Vision Services Leadership Team, working w/ the Chief of Ophthalmology, the Regional Manager of Retail & Support Services, & the Business Manager to ensure that Vision Services functions in a collaborative & cohesive manner.
- Functions as a member of the Regional Clinical Services Leadership team.
- Serves on National teams for Optometry as required leveraging the best practices & coordination opportunities across all KP Regions.


Qualifications:

Schedule Details:
- Hours may vary to include evenings and weekends

Basic Qualifications:
- 10 years of experience w/ 3 years of supervisory experience required.
- Doctor of Optometry Degree from an accredited institution required.
- Licensed in good standing in Optometry w/ the Commonwealth of Virginia, (NOVA Chief) State of Maryland & District of Columbia (DC/SM Chief) to the fullest extent of the law is required.
- National Provider Identification (NPI) required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience as a supervisor in a multi-location operation preferred.
- Basic business skills preferred.
- Active membership & participation in state & local associations preferred.
-Previous Supervisory experince preferred
]]> Mon, 14 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2429283-Baltimore-Optical-Services
Essential Functions:
- Conducts and documents history including chief complaint, relevant symptoms as appropriate; pertinent ocular health, family and medical history, medications; current spectacle/contact lens and any other data required to manage the patients vision and ocular health needs.
- Performs minimum as well as appropriate additional testing as needed based on the specific needs of each patient.
- Adequately documents findings.
- Is proficient in the use and interpretation of standard ophthalmic equipment.
- These include but are not limited to retinoscopy, subjective refraction, lensometry, visual fields, mobility and pupil testing, slit lamp examination, direct and indirect ophthalmoscopy, gonioscopy, fundus contact lens, tear function testing, Amsler grid, confrontation fields, etc.
- Accurately interprets data from clinical exam.
- Makes sound clinical diagnoses.
- Takes appropriate actions(s) to take care of patients' chief complaint(s) and ensure ocular health and visual needs are met.
- Clearly documents impressions and clinical action plan in the chart including referrals to other providers, long term medical management and/or optical and therapeutic prescriptions dispensed.
- Uses tests and procedures as described above designed to detect and appropriately manager disorders common to the elderly such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
- Actively communicates with optical, ophthalmology, support staff and fellow OD teams to optimize quality and clinical care and service to patients.
- Teams with optical staff and ophthalmologists to ensure most timely and convenient service given to patient when their services are needed.
- Attends and contributes to staff meetings to keep up with events and policy changes.
- Identifies and reports system problems that result in waste and poor services; identifies possible solutions.
- Maintains all licensing and job requirements (CE, CPR, safety training, PPD)
- Dictates/writes referral and information letters to other providers or agencies, as appropriate, or otherwise communicates with parents, teachers or other providers as appropriate.
- Performs other related duties such as completing school forms, DMV, FAA and other like documents.
- Work and coordinate concerns in a designated location.
- Direct and oversee daily operations and report to the local Chief of Optometry or exempt designee.
- Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience desired but not required.
- OD degree from an accredited School of Optometry.
- Current California Optometric License.
- Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (T.P.A.) required for external employees hired after November 2009 (TPA is not required for internal applicants).
- Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date.
- Meets all of the specifications of staff Optometrist.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Note: May travel to all Napa/Solano facilities.]]> Sun, 13 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2424134-North-Bay-Optical-Services Essential Functions:
- Manages patient sales and service activities performed by dispensing opticians, contact lens fitters, and receptionist personnel for sales office. Plans, directs, manages, and accounts for quality of services (including contact lens fitting, dispensing and mini lab operations), and FTE budgets.
- Responsible for resolving patient complaints, including satisfaction and refunds. Manages daily staffing requirements and accounts for time cards; approves and schedules vacation and other absences for all branch employees. Manages personnel actions, including interviewing, orientation, recommends hiring and terminations as necessary. Also, training, evaluations, counseling, and discipline. Establishes and maintains collaborative working relationships with facility Eye Clinics, administration, personnel, Health Plan, Member services, and union representatives. Coordinates branch activities such as marketing events, meetings and education for the branch.
- Administers Optical Services policies and procedures which ensure quality care and service in compliance with all labor contracts and government regulations. Orders and maintains frame and other product inventories. Recommends capital equipment and personnel budgets. Records, monitors, and manages sales records and reports. Assures that branch files are properly maintained and that completed goods are delivered to minimized dollar amount of accounts receivable.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Significant experience, typically four years optical experience.
- Benchroom and grinding room experience preferred.
- Supervisory background and experience preferred.
- Bachelor's degree, or equivalent experience, in Business Administration.
- American Board Opticianary (ABO) certification required.
- Significant knowledge of contact lens operations preferred.
- Ability to lead and direct individuals in a highly technical field.
- Service orientated abilities.
- Must be able to work in a Labor/Management Partnership environment.
- Be proficient in Basic Computer skills

Schedule: Full-Time Regular, 40 hours per week, Day shift. Scheduled days and hours may vary based upon departmental needs. Some Evening and Saturdays will be required.
]]> Tue, 01 May 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2399507-Richmond-Optical-Services
Essential Functions:
- Conducts and documents history including chief complaint, relevant symptoms as appropriate; pertinent ocular health, family and medical history, medications; current spectacle/contact lens and any other data required to manage the patients vision and ocular health needs.
- Performs minimum as well as appropriate additional testing as needed based on the specific needs of each patient.
- Adequately documents findings.
- Is proficient in the use and interpretation of standard ophthalmic equipment.
- These include but are not limited to retinoscopy, subjective refraction, lensometry, visual fields, mobility and pupil testing, slit lamp examination, direct and indirect ophthalmoscopy, gonioscopy, fundus contact lens, tear function testing, Amsler grid, confrontation fields, etc.
- Accurately interprets data from clinical exam.
- Makes sound clinical diagnoses.
- Takes appropriate actions(s) to take care of patients' chief complaint(s) and ensure ocular health and visual needs are met.
- Clearly documents impressions and clinical action plan in the chart including referrals to other providers, long term medical management and/or optical and therapeutic prescriptions dispensed.
- Uses tests and procedures as described above designed to detect and appropriately manager disorders common to the elderly such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
- Actively communicates with optical, ophthalmology, support staff and fellow OD teams to optimize quality and clinical care and service to patients.
- Teams with optical staff and ophthalmologists to ensure most timely and convenient service given to patient when their services are needed.
- Attends and contributes to staff meetings to keep up with events and policy changes.
- Identifies and reports system problems that result in waste and poor services; identifies possible solutions.
- Maintains all licensing and job requirements (CE, CPR, safety training, PPD)
- Dictates/writes referral and information letters to other providers or agencies, as appropriate, or otherwise communicates with parents, teachers or other providers as appropriate.
- Performs other related duties such as completing school forms, DMV, FAA and other like documents.
- Work and coordinate concerns in a designated location.
- Direct and oversee daily operations and report to the local Chief of Optometry or exempt designee.
- Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience desired but not required.
- OD degree from an accredited School of Optometry.
- Current California Optometric License.
- Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (T.P.A.) required for external employees hired after November 2009 (TPA is not required for internal applicants).
- Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date.
- Meets all of the specifications of staff Optometrist.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2391554-California-Optical-Services Essential Functions:
- Examines patients having a full range of visual problems by using a full field of optometry instruments & techniques.
- Diagnoses visual diseases, disorders, & deficiencies & prescribes treatment according to the laws of the State of Maryland, District, or Commonwealth.
- Prescribes & fits contact lenses.
- Determines visual requirements of the partially sighted. Prescribes low-vision aids such as telescopic & microscopic lenses, magnifiers, & other optical devices to aid low-vision patients.
- In the state or jurisdiction in which licensed or under the standing orders of a physician, uses diagnostic pharmaceutical agents to detect & diagnose ocular pathology. Uses examination techniques to determine ocular signs of systemic diseases and medications.
- Refers patients to other appropriate Kaiser Permanente providers as needed for further evaluation & treatment.
- Participates in departmental & educational meetings including peer review activities within the department and medical facility.
- Consults regularly w/ internal medicine, pediatrics, & ophthalmology on patient care issues.
- Assists in implementing eye care in-service education programs for medical center staff & at patient education seminars.
- Under the standing orders of a physician & in co-management w/ an ophthalmologist, evaluates & manages stated anterior segment disorders.


Qualifications:

Scchedule Details:
- Rotating schedule to include weekends, required to work 6 Saturdays per year.

Basic Qualifications:
- 1 year of experience required.
- Graduation from an accredited school of Optometry required.
- License in good standing in State of Maryland, District of Columbia, or Virginia required.
- National Provider Identification (NPI) required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience in an interdisciplinary health care environment preferred.
- Accredited residency in Optometry preferred.
]]> Mon, 30 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2391550-Washington-DC-Optical-Services Essential Functions:
- Assists patient with selection of eyewear, making such facial measurements and adjustments as are necessary to properly fit glasses to the patient.
- Interviews patient to determine visual needs.
- Interprets refractionist's prescription.
- Instructs and counsels patient on proper methods of eyeglass care.
- Enters prescription and sales information into computerized system and performs all other clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs.
- Verifies Optical Benefit coverage.
- Dispenses and adjusts optical product.
- Inspects final product for accuracy in accordance with prescription requirements, original order and ANSI Z80 standards.
- Reconciles patient's concerns to their satisfaction.
- Performs all other dispensing functions consistent with the accepted professional.
- Practice as authorized by the California Board of Medical Examiners and organizational policies and practices.
- Conducts daily inventory of frames and accessories as requires.
- Perform necessary shop work as required, including but not limited to cutting, edging, dyeing, and mounting of lenses.
- Repairs frames as required.
- Completes all required forms.
- Dispensers may also repair; solder; check out prescriptions; edge; mount and complete eyeglasses for final delivery to patients.
- Dispensers may sell other products or perform other services as deemed necessary by the Employer.
- Recommend to branch manger improvements in sales and service.
- Maintain written and verbal communication with lab as required.
- Will perform customer service and floor coordinating duties.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Four (4) years as an Optical Dispenser (Optician).
- Contact lens fitting experience preferred.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- American Board of Optician (ABO) certification, preferred.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills.
- Computer knowledge and ability to enter prescriptions into computerized system and place retail eyeglass orders.
- Typing 25 wpm.
- 50 mile travel.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Skills testing: Typing (25 WPM)

Schedule:

Mon: 9:30 AM - 6:00 PM, Sat: 8:30 AM - 5:00 PM]]> Sun, 29 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2388400-California-Optical-Services Essential Functions:
- Measurement of corneal curvature by use of a keratometer; selection of lens size; inspection of fit through the introduction of fluroscein and the use of a Burton Lamp and/or slit lamp.
- Training patients, individually or in groups, in the proper procedure for wear and care of daily and extended wear contact lenses.
- Receives and inspects contact lenses.
- Maintains and reorders stock.
- Rotates solution.
- Refers for conditions that deviate from the norm, completes necessary records and requests future appointments as necessary.
- Make available to patients, pertinent literature and associated contact lens products.
- As applicable, is responsible for the sale of sunglasses to contact lens patients.
- May also be required to perform spectacle dispensing and related activities.
- As pathological conditions are observed, refers patients to the Ophthalmologist or Optometrist for care.
- Enters prescription and sales information into computerized system and performs all other clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs.
- Completes vendor order card for trial lenses and sends to the Regional Customer Service Center.
- Completes vendor order form to accompany prescription card to Regional Contact Lens Department.
- Receives contact lenses from supplier as appropriate.
- Checks the specifications of the lenses and the charges for accuracy.
- Make future appointments when necessary.
- Completes all appropriate forms, including Medi-Cal and Medicare insurance, etc.
- Explains policies and procedures regarding refunds and lens replacement agreements to patients.
- Performs customer service and floor coordinating duties.
- Perform all other duties as required to ensure proper fit of contacts for patient satisfaction, including various clerical functions when necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Two (2) years of contact lens journeyperson or Technician II experience.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- NCLE (National Contact Lens Examiners) certification.
- Typing at 25wpm.*
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos. Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Must be willing to travel 50 miles.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.


]]> Thu, 26 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2384118-North-Bay-Optical-Services
Provides leadership in the area of training & scheduling to the Ophthalmology Technicians & Ophthalmology Assistants.
Essential Functions:
- Orients and trains new ophthalmic technicians & assistants to KP policies & procedures to work in a high efficiency model of practice.
- Arranges for or provides in-service training to keep technician/assistant staff current on ophthalmology treatment & procedures.
- Assists support staff in organizing work stations to allow for efficient use of space & flow of work.
- Assists the Regional Manager of Vision Services in scheduling staff for appropriate coverage of the ophthalmology centers.
- Activates visual field schedules as appropriate at each ophthalmology center & as staffing allows in coordination w/ optometry.
- Technician duties as follows:
o Receives patients' charts the day before or the morning of the patient's scheduled appointment & requests charts as directed by the provider. Each morning, charts are secured for the entire day.
o Interviews patients prior to appointment to obtain ocular history, chief complaint, & history of present & past illnesses & records history in the medical record.
o Performs routine vision & screening & measurement examinations such as visual acuity, visual field screening, ocular pressure, ocular motility & color vision, alerts Ophthalmologist to any abnormality, & records results of screening examinations on patient's medical record.
o Performs non-routine visual exams such as tangent screen testing as directed by the Ophthalmologist & records results for interpretation.
o Assists providers w/ procedures & minor & major surgery, maintains inventory of instruments & supplies, & assures disinfecting & storage of instruments.
o Assists the Ophthalmologist in clinical examination of the eye.
o Attends patients requiring emergency eye care & alerts Ophthalmologist of their arrival & instructs patients in medication, pre & post-op eye care.
o Performs user-level maintenance & repair of equipment as prescribed by manufacturers.
o Applies eye dressings, protective shields as necessary.
o Able to perform complete use of instruments.
o Dilates & checks eye pressures.
o Performs visual fields & photography.
o Under the direct supervision of an Ophthalmologist, may assist w/ fluorescein amniography by operating flindus & retinal photography equipment as assigned. Labels & maintains filing system for ophthalmic photography.
o Under the direct supervision & instruction by the ophthalmologist, assists in performing A-scan measurements, corneoscopy, ultrasonic pachymetry, & pneumotonometiy.
o Under direction of Ophthalmologist, screen patient telephone calls & assess urgency of care required; refer patient to provider as appropriate.
o Performs other related duties as directed.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of 3 years of experience as Ophthalmology Technician or Ophthalmology Assistant II required.
- Graduate of 2 years of accredited Ophthalmology Technician training program required. 2 years at KP as an Ophthalmology Assistant II may substitute for 2 years training program.
- JCAHPO (Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology) certification test for Ophthalmology Technician or Certified Ophthalmic Med Technologist required.
- CPR Certified required.
- In order to work effectively w/ patients, must have effective interpersonal & communication skills & be able to stand, walk, bend, lift at least 50 pounds, hear, speak, & see.
]]> Wed, 25 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2381513-Largo-Optical-Services ** Willing to float within centers in DC/SM.

To examine patients having full range of visual problems, diagnose visual diseases, disorders, & deficiencies, & prescribe treatment as licensed & credited. To refer patients to other appropriate KP providers as needed for further evaluation & treatment.
Essential Functions:
- Examines patients having a full range of visual problems by using a full field of optometry instruments & techniques.
- Diagnoses visual diseases, disorders, & deficiencies & prescribes treatment according to the laws of the State of Maryland, District, or Commonwealth.
- Prescribes & fits contact lenses.
- Determines visual requirements of the partially sighted. Prescribes low-vision aids such as telescopic & microscopic lenses, magnifiers, & other optical devices to aid low-vision patients.
- In the state or jurisdiction in which licensed or under the standing orders of a physician, uses diagnostic pharmaceutical agents to detect & diagnose ocular pathology. Uses examination techniques to determine ocular signs of systemic diseases and medications.
- Refers patients to other appropriate Kaiser Permanente providers as needed for further evaluation & treatment.
- Participates in departmental & educational meetings including peer review activities within the department and medical facility.
- Consults regularly w/ internal medicine, pediatrics, & ophthalmology on patient care issues.
- Assists in implementing eye care in-service education programs for medical center staff & at patient education seminars.
- Under the standing orders of a physician & in co-management w/ an ophthalmologist, evaluates & manages stated anterior segment disorders.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience required.
- Graduation from an accredited school of Optometry required.
- License in good standing in State of Maryland, District of Columbia, or Virginia required.
- National Provider Identification (NPI) required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 or more years of experience in an interdisciplinary health care environment preferred.
- Accredited residency in Optometry preferred.
]]> Tue, 17 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2355475-Largo-Optical-Services
Performs initial work-up & specialized examinations of the eye as directed by ophthalmologist. Assists ophthalmologist w/ clinical examination & surgical procedures as directed.
Essential Functions:
- Interviews each patient to obtain information about symptoms & documents information provided by patient in medical record.
- Follows established protocol to determine the appropriate tests to perform based on patient's description of symptoms & personal inspection of eye.
- Uses specialized equipment to test patient's vision & condition.
- Provides test results to provider & brings attention to abnormal conditions.
- Assists the ophthalmologist in the clinical examination of the eye & in surgical procedures as directed.
- Applies eye dressings & protective shields as directed.
- Documents examination results & treatments in patient file.
- Cleans & maintains specialized equipment & work areas.
- Attends patients requiring emergency care & alerts ophthalmologist to their condition.
- Performs other related duties as requested.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience as an ophthalmology assistant I required.
- High school diploma/ GED required.
- Formal course in ophthalmology or military training.
- Certification as an ophthalmic assistant by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology or obtained within 12 months of date of hire required.
- CPR certification required.
- Successfully demonstrated proficiency on initial skills assessment during the interview process required.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software required.
]]> Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2288589-Maryland-Optical-Services
Performs initial work-up & specialized examinations of the eye as directed by ophthalmologist. Assists ophthalmologist w/ clinical examination & surgical procedures as directed.
Essential Functions:
- Interviews each patient to obtain information about symptoms & documents information provided by patient in medical record.
- Follows established protocol to determine the appropriate tests to perform based on patient's description of symptoms & personal inspection of eye.
- Uses specialized equipment to test patient's vision & condition.
- Provides test results to provider & brings attention to abnormal conditions.
- Assists the ophthalmologist in the clinical examination of the eye & in surgical procedures as directed.
- Applies eye dressings & protective shields as directed.
- Documents examination results & treatments in patient file.
- Cleans & maintains specialized equipment & work areas.
- Attends patients requiring emergency care & alerts ophthalmologist to their condition.
- Performs other related duties as requested.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience as an ophthalmology assistant I required.
- High school diploma/ GED required.
- Formal course in ophthalmology or military training.
- Certification as an ophthalmic assistant by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology or obtained within 12 months of date of hire required.
- CPR certification required.
- Successfully demonstrated proficiency on initial skills assessment during the interview process required.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software required.
]]> Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2288591-Largo-Optical-Services Essential Functions:
- Makes appointments for patients w/ optometrists & ophthalmologists.
- Greets patients, takes co-payments, enters data into medical records, & escorts patients to examination room.
- Performs initial tests for optometry patients using specialized equipment.
- Provides test results to optometrist & identifies abnormal conditions.
- Assists optometrist to conduct examinations as directed.
- Assists patients to understand spectacle & contact lens options following diagnosis by optometrist.
- Assists patients in the selection of spectacle frames under direction of an optician.
- Cleans & polishes hard & soft lenses.
- Performs other related duties as directed.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- 6 months experience working w/ contact lenses required.
- High school diploma or equivalent education required.
- One of the following certifications: Contact Lens Dispenser (US-CLD), National Contact lens Examiners Certification, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (US-COA, CPOA, CPOT), National Para-Optometric (US-CPO), Completion of any Optometric Assistant Program of studies, Completion of the Self-Study Paraoptometric Assistant Course, Ophthalmic Medical Assisting-Independent Study Course, or any comparable certification or Optometric or Ophthalmic course completion required or within 6 months from date of hire.
- Completion of a proficiency checklist within 90 days of employment.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience in a retail or vision services environment preferred.
- CPR certification preferred
]]> Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2288592-Largo-Optical-Services
Performs initial work-up & specialized examinations of the eye as directed by ophthalmologist. Assists ophthalmologist w/ clinical examination & surgical procedures as directed.
Essential Functions:
- Interviews each patient to obtain information about symptoms & documents information provided by patient in medical record.
- Follows established protocol to determine the appropriate tests to perform based on patient's description of symptoms & personal inspection of eye.
- Uses specialized equipment to test patient's vision & condition.
- Provides test results to provider & brings attention to abnormal conditions.
- Assists the ophthalmologist in the clinical examination of the eye & in surgical procedures as directed.
- Applies eye dressings & protective shields as directed.
- Documents examination results & treatments in patient file.
- Cleans & maintains specialized equipment & work areas.
- Attends patients requiring emergency care & alerts ophthalmologist to their condition.
- Performs other related duties as requested.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience as an Ophthalmology Assistant I required.
- Successfully demonstrated proficiency on initial skills assessment during the interview process required.
- High school diploma/ GED required.
- Formal course in ophthalmology or military training.
- Certification as an Ophthalmic Assistant by the Joint Commission on Allied Health Personnel in Ophthalmology or obtained within 12 mths of date of hire required
- CPR certification required.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software required.
]]> Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2288463-Washington-DC-Optical-Services Essential Functions:
- Makes appointments for patients w/ optometrists & ophthalmologists.
- Greets patients, takes co-payments, enters data into medical records, & escorts patients to examination room.
- Performs initial tests for optometry patients using specialized equipment.
- Provides test results to optometrist & identifies abnormal conditions.
- Assists optometrist to conduct examinations as directed.
- Assists patients to understand spectacle & contact lens options following diagnosis by optometrist.
- Assists patients in the selection of spectacle frames under direction of an optician.
- Cleans & polishes hard & soft lenses.
- Performs other related duties as directed.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- 6 months experience working w/ contact lenses required.
- High school diploma or equivalent education required.
- One of the following certifications: Contact Lens Dispenser (US-CLD), National Contact lens Examiners Certification, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (US-COA, CPOA, CPOT), National Para-Optometric (US-CPO), Completion of any Optometric Assistant Program of studies, Completion of the Self-Study Paraoptometric Assistant Course, Ophthalmic Medical Assisting-Independent Study Course, or any comparable certification or Optometric or Ophthalmic course completion required or within 6 months from date of hire.
- Completion of a proficiency checklist within 90 days of employment.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience in a retail or vision services environment preferred.
- CPR certification preferred
]]> Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2288514-Maryland-Optical-Services Essential Functions:
- Makes appointments for patients w/ optometrists & ophthalmologists.
- Greets patients, takes co-payments, enters data into medical records, & escorts patients to examination room.
- Performs initial tests for optometry patients using specialized equipment.
- Provides test results to optometrist & identifies abnormal conditions.
- Assists optometrist to conduct examinations as directed.
- Assists patients to understand spectacle & contact lens options following diagnosis by optometrist.
- Assists patients in the selection of spectacle frames under direction of an optician.
- Cleans & polishes hard & soft lenses.
- Performs other related duties as directed.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- 6 months experience working w/ contact lenses required.
- High school diploma or equivalent education required.
- One of the following certifications: Contact Lens Dispenser (US-CLD), National Contact lens Examiners Certification, Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (US-COA, CPOA, CPOT), National Para-Optometric (US-CPO), Completion of any Optometric Assistant Program of studies, Completion of the Self-Study Paraoptometric Assistant Course, Ophthalmic Medical Assisting-Independent Study Course, or any comparable certification or Optometric or Ophthalmic course completion required or within 6 months from date of hire.
- Completion of a proficiency checklist within 90 days of employment.
- Proficiency in the use of applicable computer software.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience in a retail or vision services environment preferred.
- CPR certification preferred
]]> Wed, 11 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2288577-Washington-DC-Optical-Services Essential Functions:
- Assists patient with selection of eyewear, making such facial measurements and adjustments as are necessary to properly fit glasses to the patient.
- Interviews patient to determine visual needs.
- Interprets refractionist's prescription.
- Instructs and counsels patient on proper methods of eyeglass care.
- Enters prescription and sales information into computerized system and performs all other clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs.
- Verifies Optical Benefit coverage.
- Dispenses and adjusts optical product.
- Inspects final product for accuracy in accordance with prescription requirements, original order and ANSI Z80 standards.
- Reconciles patient's concerns to their satisfaction.
- Performs all other dispensing functions consistent with the accepted professional.
- Practice as authorized by the California Board of Medical Examiners and organizational policies and practices.
- Conducts daily inventory of frames and accessories as requires.
- Perform necessary shop work as required, including but not limited to cutting, edging, dyeing, and mounting of lenses.
- Repairs frames as required.
- Completes all required forms.
- Dispensers may also repair; solder; check out prescriptions; edge; mount and complete eyeglasses for final delivery to patients.
- Dispensers may sell other products or perform other services as deemed necessary by the Employer.
- Recommend to branch manger improvements in sales and service.
- Maintain written and verbal communication with lab as required.
- Will perform customer service and floor coordinating duties.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Four (4) years as an Optical Dispenser (Optician).
- Contact lens fitting experience preferred.
- High School Diploma/GED.
- American Board of Optician (ABO) certification, preferred.
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills.
- Computer knowledge and ability to enter prescriptions into computerized system and place retail eyeglass orders.
- Typing 25 wpm.
- 50 mile travel.
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos.
- Ability to write simple correspondence.
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.

Skills Testing: Typing 25WPM

Schedule: This is a temporary position. Expected length of employment up to 90-days from date of hire.

Must be able and willing to travelto all other facilities within 50 miles based on operational needs.Hours subject to change with short notice.Some evenings and/or Saturdays may be required.


]]> Wed, 04 Apr 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2325014-Lincoln-Optical-Services Essential Functions:
- Take and record patient vitals when indicated in the EMR.
- Visual fields: Must perform calibration of automated perimeters, and must be able to perform automated perimeter. Maintain a working knowledge of automated perimeter, and be able to perform Ambler Grid testing.
- Must be able to perform OCT and HRT. Must be able to use IOL master and any other a scan programs for biometry readings
- Assist doctors during examination as needed. Prepare for, set up and assist in minor surgery, and all types of laser procedures. Must be familiar with preoperative and pre-laser patient education, Apply eye dressings, and protective shields as directed by the doctor
- Set up and provide physician assistance with intravitreal injections.
- Clean exam lanes and minor surgical instruments. Prepare for the sterilization process either utilizing the clinic sterilizer following sterilizing protocol, or preparing instruments sent for sterilization per standard protocol. Responsible for room maintenance including routing cleaning of exam lanes, and daily validation of expiration dates of dilating and other ophthalmic drops. Keep exam rooms well stocked with appropriate instruments, as well as patient handouts, and any other equipment, etc., as required by physicians.
- Maintain instruments and triage appropriately when instruments are in need of repair or replacement. Provide administrative assistance and support as required, assisting administrative team as necessary. Assist in other clinic functions as necessary, including making appointments, preparing retina photography charts, or any other general duty as needed.
- Perform clerical duties to assist in maintaining departmental records and as directed by the assigned provider. Ensure that all relevant sections of the EMR are completed, and always kept up to date and current.
- Communicate via telephone with patients, other departments and other physicians as necessary. Record messages and refer to appropriate person as required. Answer patient service questions. Report patient complaints, or unusual symptoms, questions regarding treatment, medications, etc., and other questions to licensed personnel, Complete and distribute forms regarding patient examinations and treatment, medical information, consultations, etc. Prepare basic support care duties following established policies and procedures. Maintain adequate quantities of medical and clerical supplies. Assist with pharmacy order as required; relay prescriptions to any pharmacy as directed by physician.
- Prepare examining rooms for next patient after each use. Set up for examination or treatment following established procedures. Ensure sterile condition of examination, treatment, and testing instruments as appropriate.
- Complete and maintain Compliance and Safety modules and KPNW Behavior Standards as required. Maintain current confidentiality documentation. Adhere to Regional and Departmental policies and procedures.
- Perform other duties as assigned.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Two years full time employment functioning in an Ophthalmic Technician capacity under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist and/or successful completion of a JCAHPO accredited Ophthalmic Medical Technology program.
- CPR required (within 30 days of hire).
- Broad knowledge base of ophthalmic terminology
- Basic computer knowledge and skills
- Proficient and accurate keyboarding skills
- Must be able to communicate both in writing and orally in English
- Proven record of attention to detail, ability to handle multiple tasks simultaneously
Preferred Qualifications:
- 3-5+ years functioning in an Ophthalmic Technician capacity under the supervision of an Ophthalmologist/or in a Group Ophthalmologic practice/environment.
- Broad based ophthalmic technician experience preferred.
- Ability to perform Goldman visual fields COA, COT, or COMT certification through JCAHPO (Joint Commission on Allied Health Professionals in Ophthalmology)
- Familiarity with Epic Care or electronic based medical records system preferred
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites preferred.
Salary Range- $20.48 - $24.69 per hour]]> Thu, 29 Mar 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2308935-Oregon-Optical-Services
Essential Functions:
- Conducts and documents history including chief complaint, relevant symptoms as appropriate; pertinent ocular health, family and medical history, medications; current spectacle/contact lens and any other data required to manage the patients vision and ocular health needs.
- Performs minimum as well as appropriate additional testing as needed based on the specific needs of each patient.
- Adequately documents findings.
- Is proficient in the use and interpretation of standard ophthalmic equipment.
- These include but are not limited to retinoscopy, subjective refraction, lensometry, visual fields, mobility and pupil testing, slit lamp examination, direct and indirect ophthalmoscopy, gonioscopy, fundus contact lens, tear function testing, Amsler grid, confrontation fields, etc.
- Accurately interprets data from clinical exam.
- Makes sound clinical diagnoses.
- Takes appropriate actions(s) to take care of patients' chief complaint(s) and ensure ocular health and visual needs are met.
- Clearly documents impressions and clinical action plan in the chart including referrals to other providers, long term medical management and/or optical and therapeutic prescriptions dispensed.
- Uses tests and procedures as described above designed to detect and appropriately manager disorders common to the elderly such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
- Actively communicates with optical, ophthalmology, support staff and fellow OD teams to optimize quality and clinical care and service to patients.
- Teams with optical staff and ophthalmologists to ensure most timely and convenient service given to patient when their services are needed.
- Attends and contributes to staff meetings to keep up with events and policy changes.
- Identifies and reports system problems that result in waste and poor services; identifies possible solutions.
- Maintains all licensing and job requirements (CE, CPR, safety training, PPD)
- Dictates/writes referral and information letters to other providers or agencies, as appropriate, or otherwise communicates with parents, teachers or other providers as appropriate.
- Performs other related duties such as completing school forms, DMV, FAA and other like documents.
- Work and coordinate concerns in a designated location.
- Direct and oversee daily operations and report to the local Chief of Optometry or exempt designee.
- Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of one (1) year of experience desired but not required.
- OD degree from an accredited School of Optometry.
- Current California Optometric License.
- Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (T.P.A.) required for external employees hired after November 2009 (TPA is not required for internal applicants).
- Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date.
- Meets all of the specifications of staff Optometrist.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.]]> Thu, 15 Mar 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2270903-Stockton-Optical-Services **This position may require travel to multiple locations in the Northern Virginia area.

To examine patients having full range of visual problems, diagnose visual diseases, disorders, & deficiencies, & prescribe treatment as licensed & credited. To refer patients to other appropriate KP providers as needed for further evaluation & treatment.
Essential Functions:
- Examines patients having a full range of visual problems by using a full field of optometry instruments & techniques.
- Diagnoses visual diseases, disorders, & deficiencies & prescribes treatment according to the laws of the State of Maryland, District, or Commonwealth.
- Prescribes & fits contact lenses.
- Determines visual requirements of the partially sighted. Prescribes low-vision aids such as telescopic & microscopic lenses, magnifiers, & other optical devices to aid low-vision patients.
- In the state or jurisdiction in which licensed or under the standing orders of a physician, uses diagnostic pharmaceutical agents to detect & diagnose ocular pathology. Uses examination techniques to determine ocular signs of systemic diseases and medications.
- Refers patients to other appropriate Kaiser Permanente providers as needed for further evaluation & treatment.
- Participates in departmental & educational meetings including peer review activities within the department and medical facility.
- Consults regularly w/ internal medicine, pediatrics, & ophthalmology on patient care issues.
- Assists in implementing eye care in-service education programs for medical center staff & at patient education seminars.
- Under the standing orders of a physician & in co-management w/ an ophthalmologist, evaluates & manages stated anterior segment disorders.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Minimum of 1 year of experience required.
- Graduation from an accredited school of Optometry required.
- License in good standing in State of Maryland, District of Columbia, or Virginia required.
- National Provider Identification (NPI) required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 or more years of experience in an interdisciplinary health care environment preferred.
- Accredited residency in Optometry preferred.
]]> Wed, 14 Mar 2012 16:00:00 GMT 2216779-Fairfax-Optical-Services Essential Functions:
- Assists patient with selection of eyewear, making such facial measurements and adjustments as are necessary to properly fit glasses to the patient.
- Interviews patient to determine visual needs.
- Interprets refractionist's prescription.
- Instructs and counsels patient on proper methods of eyeglass care.
- Enters prescription and sales information into computerized system and performs all other clerical functions required to satisfy patient needs.
- Verifies Optical Benefit coverage.
- Dispenses and adjusts optical product.
- Inspects final product for accuracy in accordance with prescription requirements, original order and ANSI Z80 standards.
- Reconciles patient's concerns to their satisfaction.
- Performs all other dispensing functions consistent with the accepted professional.
- Practice as authorized by the California Board of Medical Examiners and organizational policies and practices.
- Conducts daily inventory of frames and accessories as requires.
- Perform necessary shop work as required, including but not limited to cutting, edging, dyeing, and mounting of lenses.
- Repairs frames as required.
- Completes all required forms.
- Dispensers may also repair; solder; check out prescriptions; edge; mount and complete eyeglasses for final delivery to patients.
- Dispensers may sell other products or perform other services as deemed necessary by the Employer.
- Recommend to branch manger improvements in sales and service.
- Maintain written and verbal communication with lab as required.
- Will perform customer service and floor coordinating duties.
- Performs other related duties as necessary.
- This job has no supervisory responsibilities.

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- Four years as an Optical Dispenser (Optician)
- Contact lens fitting experience preferred
- High School Diploma/GED
- American Board of Optician (ABO) certification, preferred
- Demonstrated excellent customer service skills
- Computer knowledge and ability to enter prescriptions into computerized system and place retail eyeglass orders
- Typing 25 wpm
- 50 mile travel
- Ability to read and comprehend simple instructions, short correspondence, and memos
- Ability to write simple correspondence
- Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to customers, clients, and other employees of the organization
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment
- Also, refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement

Skills Testing: Typing 25WPM

Schedule: Tues & Thurs: 8:30AM - 5:30PM; Fri: 1:30PM - 5:30PM

++Must be able and willing to travelto all other facilities within 50 miles based on operational needs. Must be able and willing to work additionalhours as needed up to 40. Hours subject to change with short notice.Some evenings and/or Saturdays may be required.++
]]> Thu, 08 Mar 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2235331-San-Jose-Optical-Services **Schedule: Monday - Thursday 5:00pm - 9:00pm and Saturday 8:30am - 5:00pm.

To examine patients having full range of visual problems, diagnose visual diseases, disorders, & deficiencies, & prescribe treatment as licensed & credited. To refer patients to other appropriate Kaiser Permanente providers as needed for further evaluation & treatment.
Essential Functions:
- Examines patients having a full range of visual problems by using a full field of optometry instruments & techniques.
- Diagnoses visual diseases, disorders, & deficiencies & prescribes treatment according to the laws of the State of Maryland, District, or Commonwealth.
- Prescribes & fits contact lenses.
- Determines visual requirements of the partially sighted. Prescribes low-vision aids such as telescopic & microscopic lenses, magnifiers, & other optical devices to aid low-vision patients.
- In the state or jurisdiction in which licensed or under the standing orders of a physician, uses diagnostic pharmaceutical agents to detect & diagnose ocular pathology. Uses examination techniques to determine ocular signs of systemic diseases and medications.
- Refers patients to other appropriate Kaiser Permanente providers as needed for further evaluation & treatment.
- Participates in departmental & educational meetings including peer review activities within the department and medical facility.
- Consults regularly w/ internal medicine, pediatrics, & ophthalmology on patient care issues.
- Assists in implementing eye care in-service education programs for medical center staff & at patient education seminars.
- Under the standing orders of a physician & in co-management w/ an ophthalmologist, evaluates & manages stated anterior segment disorders.


Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- 1 year of experience required.
- Graduation from an accredited school of Optometry required.
- License in good standing in State of Maryland, District of Columbia, or Virginia required.
- National Provider Identification (NPI) required.
Preferred Qualifications:
- 2 years of experience in an interdisciplinary health care environment preferred.
- Accredited residency in Optometry preferred.
]]> Thu, 16 Feb 2012 14:00:00 GMT 2180004-Baltimore-Optical-Services
Essential Functions:
- Conducts and documents history including chief complaint, relevant symptoms as appropriate; pertinent ocular health, family and medical history, medications; current spectacle/contact lens and any other data required to manage the patients vision and ocular health needs.
- Performs minimum as well as appropriate additional testing as needed based on the specific needs of each patient.
- Adequately documents findings.
- Is proficient in the use and interpretation of standard ophthalmic equipment.
- These include but are not limited to retinoscopy, subjective refraction, lensometry, visual fields, mobility and pupil testing, slit lamp examination, direct and indirect ophthalmoscopy, gonioscopy, fundus contact lens, tear function testing, Amsler grid, confrontation fields, etc.
- Accurately interprets data from clinical exam.
- Makes sound clinical diagnoses.
- Takes appropriate actions(s) to take care of patients' chief complaint(s) and ensure ocular health and visual needs are met.
- Clearly documents impressions and clinical action plan in the chart including referrals to other providers, long term medical management and/or optical and therapeutic prescriptions dispensed.
- Uses tests and procedures as described above designed to detect and appropriately manager disorders common to the elderly such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration.
- Actively communicates with optical, ophthalmology, support staff and fellow OD teams to optimize quality and clinical care and service to patients.
- Teams with optical staff and ophthalmologists to ensure most timely and convenient service given to patient when their services are needed.
- Attends and contributes to staff meetings to keep up with events and policy changes.
- Identifies and reports system problems that result in waste and poor services; identifies possible solutions.
- Maintains all licensing and job requirements (CE, CPR, safety training, PPD)
- Dictates/writes referral and information letters to other providers or agencies, as appropriate, or otherwise communicates with parents, teachers or other providers as appropriate.
- Performs other related duties such as completing school forms, DMV, FAA and other like documents.
- Work and coordinate concerns in a designated location.
- Direct and oversee daily operations and report to the local Chief of Optometry or exempt designee.
- Supervisory Responsibilities: N/A

Qualifications:

Basic Qualifications:
- A minimum of 1 year of experience desired but not required.
- OD degree from an accredited School of Optometry.
- Current California Optometric License.
- Diagnostic Pharmaceutical Agents (DPA) required
- Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (T.P.A.) required for external employees hired after November 2009 (TPA is not required for internal applicants).
- Must have a Nat'l Provider Identifier (NPI), or obtain an NPI, prior to employment start date.
- Meets all of the specifications of staff Optometrist.
- Must be willing to work in a Labor Management Partnership environment.
- Also refer to Position Specifications outlined in the appropriate collective bargaining agreement.]]> Tue, 27 Dec 2011 14:00:00 GMT 2060694-California-Optical-Services