Optometrist-Locum

Job Brief:

Description:

Position Summary:  To provide clinical optometric care in a professional manner to the YK Delta populace.

• Minimum Education: Graduate, and possess a diploma, from an accredited school of Optometry.

• License, Certification, Registration: Possess a professional license from a State Board.

• Direct Hire- Must have an Alaska license and be certified to use both diagnostic and therapeutic agents.

• Government Hire- Must have an optometric license from any state or able to receive a state license within the allotted probationary period.

• Successfully passed the Treatment and Management of Ocular Disease (TMOD) certification or the National Board of Examiners in Optometry equivalent.

• Equipment/Tools/Word-Aids: Must have the computer skills needed to access computerized medical records.

• Specialized Knowledge and Skills: General Optometry

• Supervisory Responsibilities: Ability to supervise medical students, residents, and physician extenders, and community Health Aide clinical practice.  Also oversees medical staff in their service area.

Include:

• Housing and Travel Provided 

YKHC is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified individuals will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, age, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, and any other basis protected by law. Individuals with disabilities needing assistance in the recruitment process are encouraged to contact Human Resources directly.

Preference is given to Alaska Native/American Indian applicants who meet minimum requirements according to the provisions of P.L. 93-638.

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For more information, please contact YKHC Recruitment at: 

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