University of California Irvine

Optometrist


Updated: Apr 13, 2022
Location: UC Irvine Campus
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Department: Ophth Clinical

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Job Opening ID: 34337Reports To: Chief Administraitve Officer Working Title: Optometrist Department: Ophth ClinicalBargaining Unit: 99FLSA: ExemptPayroll Job Code: 009303Job Location: UCI Campus- IrvinePercent of Time: 20%Work Schedule: 8-5, M-FEmployee Class: Limited Position Summary: At UC Irvine's Gavin Herbert Eye Institute and Department of Ophthalmology, our faculty of internationally recognized physicians, surgeons and scientists provide highly specialized training to future ophthalmologists, access to leading-edge clinical trials as well as sight-saving treatments and therapies for virtually any eye disorder. Eye surgeons, stem cell researchers, geneticists, infectious disease specialists and engineers are working on technologies and treatments for macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, corneal disease and cataracts as well as a vaccine to prevent eye and genital herpes infections. These efforts have vaulted UC Irvine School of Medicine into the top echelons of U.S. institutions receiving National Institutes of Health grants for vision research. Our goal is to spark innovation and continue to revolutionize patient care. The Ophthalmology Department will be hiring optometrists for both the Gavin Herbert Eye Institute's optical shop. Optometrists or OD's (doctors of optometry) provide comprehensive, primary vision care. They examine the patients eyes to diagnose vision problems and eye diseases and they test patients visual acuity, depth and color perception and the ability to focus and coordinate the eyes. Optometrists prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses and provide vision therapy and low vision rehabilitation. They analyze test results and develop a treatment plan. They can also administer drugs to patients to aid in the diagnosis of vision problems and may prescribe drugs to treat some eye diseases. The optometrists must be board certified and licensed by the California State Board of Optometry and have a California Topical Pharmaceutical Agents Certification. Must have completed an accredited course in the study of Optometry. The optometrists will be responsible for comprehensive eye examinations, contact lens fittings, glaucoma screening and other routine procedures related to eye examinations. The optometrists hired to staff the optical shop might also serve as back-up staff for the county wide, pre-school vision screening project that is operated out of the department through a mobile eye clinic that visits the school districts on a rotational basis. The optometrists hired to staff the optical shop conduct eye exams on patients through appointments and on a walk-in basis. Compensation Range: $80,600.00 - $121,700.00 Department Website:
https://www.eye.uci.edu/ Required: Doctoral degree in optometry issued by an accredited school / college of optometry.Licensure by the California State Board of Optometry.Position must be able to work with diverse client group.Must be able to work in a collaborative manner with staff, faculty, and members of the health care community across the campus.Requires strong communication and presentation skills.Thorough knowledge of optometry and skills essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to this position.Thorough knowledge of eye diseases diagnosis. Must be able to effectively communicate findings of examination to patients.Requires effective interpersonal skills.Thorough professional skills in delivering eye care, treatment, and diagnostic services to patients.Position must be able to provide direction and guidance to less experienced staff members. Must be licensed and have passed the National Board of Examiners in Optometry examination and a clinical board exam for a license in California.Provide primary care, pre and post-operative care along with low vision eye exams and contact lens fittings.Experience fitting and adjusting glasses.Must have a sound basis in optical principles.Be able to identify vision pathologies for referral to the professional specialty practice at the GHEI.Ability to maintain strict confidentiality as it relates to patient confidentiality, HIPPA, and all other state and federal regulations related to patient care.Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, peers, other UCI departments or divisions, and the general public.Ability to use electronic medical records system.Knowledge and skill in the use of ophthalmic medical equipment used for comprehensive eye examinations including slit lamp, phoropter, tonometer, direct ophthalmoscope, indirect ophthalmoscope, etc.Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to interact with a variety of people including faculty, staff, national and international applicants, other university personnel, and the general public using tact and diplomacy.Knowledge or basic understanding of the billing methodology/ CPT coding and provider requirements to ensure that the department is able to bill for the services provided in optical shop. Excellent oral and written communication skills. Preferred: Diagnosis and assessment of treatment options for corneal irregularities.Specialty contact lens fittings and experience in fitting multifocal RGP, soft multifocal and soft toric modalities.Pre and post-operative management of refractive and cataract surgery patients including LASIK, PRK, PTK, multifocal lenses, refractive lens exchange and implantable contact lenses.Pre and post-operative management of patients who have undergone INTACS segment implantation, corneal collagen cross-linking and corneal transplantations.Glaucoma screenings for under-served communities.Vision screening for children in under-served communities Conditions of Employment
The University of California, Irvine (UCI) seeks to provide a safe and healthy environment for the entire UCI community. As part of this commitment, all applicants who accept an offer of employment must comply with the following conditions of employment:Background Check and Live ScanLegal Right to work in the United StatesVaccination PoliciesSmoking and Tobacco PolicyDrug Free EnvironmentThe following additional conditions may apply, some of which are dependent upon business unit or job specific requirements.California Child Abuse and Neglect Reporting ActE-VerifyPre-Placement Health EvaluationDetails of each policy may be reviewed by visiting the following page - https://hr.uci.edu/new-hire/conditions-of-employment.php

Closing Statement
The University of California, Irvine is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer advancing inclusive excellence. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected categories covered by the UC nondiscrimination policy.
We are committed to attracting and retaining a diverse workforce along with honoring unique experiences, perspectives, and identities. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.
UCI provides reasonable accommodations for applicants with disabilities upon request. For more information, please contact Human Resources at (949) 824-0500 or eec@uci.edu.

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