Optometrist, Correctional Health Services

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State of Utah

Optometrist, Correctional Health Services

• $39.66 - $64.64 Hourly

• Salt Lake County, UT

• Full Time

• 41385

• 250 Health & Human Services

• 1562 DHHS CCS DIRECT MEDICAL CARE

• Exempt

• Taylor Dallinga - tdallinga@utah.gov

• 1

• Utah Correctional Industries: 1480 N 8000 W, Salt Lake City, UT 84116

• You must successfully pass a criminal history check, your employment in this position is contingent upon the successful completion of both a background check and a drug test.

• B - Competitive Career Service - Employment in this position requires a probationary period.

• This position is eligible for a full benefits package. See benefits tab below for details.

• The State of Utah is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity, or Veteran status. We also consider qualified applicants regardless of criminal histories, consistent with legal requirements. For accommodations, dial 711 or TTY: 800-346-4128.

 

Job Description

• Conducts eye exams using optometric equipment and performs general diagnostic interpretation.
• Prescribes, fits and adjusts eyeglasses.
• Recommends appropriate follow up and ensures continuity of care.
• Collaborates with multidisciplinary healthcare team to ensure the provision of appropriate care.
• Provides direct and/or indirect patient care oriented toward improving or maintaining health and preventing illness.
• Analyzes, summarizes and/or reviews data; reports findings, interprets results and/or makes recommendations.
• Provides medical consultation in specialized areas of knowledge.
• Provides direct client care including development, documentation, execution and assessment of treatment plan, etc.
• Refers client/inmate/patient to other available services to meet needs where appropriate.
• Coordinates activities with institutional needs and enforces security regulations on or off property.
• Performs physical examinations and/or preventive health measures to assess and evaluate patient's clinical problems and health care needs.
• Maintains and updates patient charts, records, and information.

Typical Qualifications

• Applied understanding of general principles of optometry and best practices for the diagnosis and treatment of eye-related disorders and conditions.
• The ability to listen to and understand information and ideas presented through spoken words and sentences.
• The ability to read and understand information and ideas presented in writing.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in speaking so others will understand.
• The ability to communicate information and ideas in writing so others will understand.
• Identifying complex problems and reviewing related information to develop and evaluate options and implement solutions.
• Considering the relative costs and benefits of potential actions to choose the most appropriate one.
• Managing one's own time and the time of others.
• Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
• Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
• Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, rules of composition, and grammar.
• General computer proficiency and ability to document care provided in the electronic health record.

Supplemental Information

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry program
• Active license to practice optometry in the State of Utah
• Basic life support certification

Benefits

Benefits:
The State of Utah offers eligible employees a variety of benefits including medical, dental, life and disability insurance, as well as a comprehensive leave program. Please click the following link for a detailed information page: Benefits. To access a Total Compensation Calculator in Excel format click HERE.

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Agency: State of Utah
Address: 4315 S. 2700 W., Suite 2100, Taylorsville, Utah, 84129
Website: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/utah