POSITION SUMMARY
Provide outpatient comprehensive optometric primary care service including preventative and health maintenance services, acute and chronic care, clinical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment as well as primary optometric care consultation services.
MINIMAL QUALIFICATIONS:
• Doctorate of Optometry from an accredited university
• Three to five years of experience preferred
• Active Georgia State License required
• DEA license (optional)
• Certified in prescribing oral medications required
• BLS certification required
• Some knowledge of accreditation standards (AAAHC, HRSA) preferred.
• Bilingual preferred.
• This position requires a high degree of responsibility, excellent interpersonal skills, organizational ability, problem-solving skills, and written and oral communication skills. This position also requires a high degree of accuracy, attention to detail and manual dexterity.
• Ability to quickly identify problems as well as their most effective treatments.
• Skilled in addressing patient care needs in a compassionate and empathetic manner.
• Skilled in working in a collaborative, team-based practice.
• Demonstrate respect and regard for the dignity of all patients, visitors and fellow employees to ensure a professional and courteous environment.
• Adept at managing reasonable patient expectations and complaints.
• Computer proficiency (Microsoft Office, Internet, Athena Health related software, and online resources).
• Logical, methodical approach to work and capable of meticulous record-keeping.
• Commitment and ability to keep up to date with scientific and technological developments/literature.
• Able to work flexible hours as assigned.
RESPONSIBILTIES AND PERFORMANCE EXPECTATIONS include, but are not limited to, the following:
1. Be familiar with Community Health Care Systems’ program philosophies, goals, and objectives. Be cognizant of and comply with all Community Health Care Systems’ policies and procedures, as well as state and federal regulations.
2. Adhere to current disease management protocols, and key clinical pathways, and use them to improve clinical performance.
3. Participate in Collaboratives and health care programs of federal and state governments approved by the Executive Team. Work with QI to ensure compliance with clinical measures.
4. Complete required documentation and assigned tasks on time (ENR Tasks, EHR processes, telephone encounters, locking charts, payroll sheets, etc.).
5. Understand the requirements of Community Health Care Systems’ Exposure Control Plan. Assure compliance with this plan by support team members assigned to assist you. Personally, utilize universal precautions when practicing in the clinical setting.
6. Facilitate needed referrals, including social services for patients requiring services not offered at Community Health Care Systems in coordination with referral services representatives and care team nurses.
7. Participate in team member outreach and off-site health care programs pertinent to specialty. Represent Community Health Care Systems Values and Mission in the community.
8. Precept students as assigned.
9. Complete all duties, responsibilities, and competencies in a manner that is appropriate to the age groups to whom care/services are being provided.
10. Assist in the review of primary care protocols and patient education materials in collaboration with Leader and/or CMO.
11. Provide necessary information and signatures for participation in reimbursement arrangements such as Medicare, Medicaid, and other plans.
12. Review incoming reports (labs, images, etc.) sign-off, and follow up per guidelines.
13. Maintain up to date knowledge of coding and billing requirements. Provide accurate coding in formation in EHR that corresponds to care given and documented progress notes.
14. Report as needed to CMO any pertinent information or situations that impact on patient care or CFHC liability.
15. Act as a resource for medical support staff. Provide support and encouragement to clinical staff and center Leader.
16. Attend and participate in mandatory CFHC meetings (center specific quarterly meetings, corporate meetings, and other meetings designated by Leader).
17. Complete all required training courses on time and maintain proper certification.
18. Participate in Peer Review and Quality Assurance activities as requested.
19. Respond to requests and provide feedback for clinical support staff or center leader evaluations.
20. Make recommendations to Leadership regarding the purchase of clinical supplies, instruments, equipment, and repair and/or maintenance of these.
21. Demonstrate ability to work cooperatively with other members of the team. Be supportive of coworkers.
22. Collaborate with colleagues to develop best practices associated with specific disease states and expand approaches to patient care.
23. Maintain proper and professional appearance at all times.
24. Perform other duties as assigned by CMO.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:
1. Requires 80% or more time spent standing/walking.
2. Independently mobile.
3. Ability to lift weight equivalents to that would be required when occasionally assisting and positioning patients, repositioning equipment and lifting supplies.
4. Ability to adapt and function in varying environments of workload, patient acuity, worksites and work shifts.
