Optometrist
Company: Kintegra Health
Location: Gastonia
Posted on: May 23, 2023
Job Description:
Optometrist - ** Sign-On Bonus, Relocation Assistance, and
Student Debt Repayment Assistance Available! **Summary of
PositionMission-driven Optometrist to lead the Optometry Program at
Kintegra Health. Candidate will personally provide vision services
to pediatric and adult patients on a mobile unit. The mobile clinic
will travel to schools and established Kintegra Family Medicine
locations on a rotating schedule. Qualified Optometrists, along
with their clinical team, will provide mobile vision services to
students through Kintegra's Vision Access Program (VAP). The VAP is
made possible through its collaboration with school personnel and
inspired by its mission to provide the gift of sight to children
with vision impairment. Optometrists will provide adult vision
services to established patients at Kintegra Family Medicine
locations. Optometrist should be able to assess patients for the
presence of diabetic-related eye disease and other underlying
chronic conditions. All screenings and services will be conducted
on the mobile unit. The mobile clinic is equipped with state-of
the-art optometry apparata and is designed for optimal patient
workflow. Candidates with mobile and/or large vehicle driving
experience is desired. Driving training will be provided at
Kintegra's expense. Education:
- Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) Degree Professional Licensure:
- Current valid/unrestricted NC Optometry License (Required)
Starting Pay - $200K+ Sign-On Bonus, Relocation Assistance, and
Student Debt Forgiveness through HRSA are available for this
position!Key Responsibilities:
- Proficiency with modern eye care techniques and equipment
- Familiar with Diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma
- Motivated self-starter interested growing Optometry
Program
- Strong communicator and leadership skills
- Passion to serve
- Adaptable to work in a mobile environment Minimum
Qualifications for position:
- Previous medical office or FQHC experience preferred.
- CPR and all applicable certifications required (must be
obtained within 30 days of employment)
- Understands ethics of confidentiality.
- Previous computer experience or training required.
- Successful candidate must submit to TB testing and any
vaccinations recommended by OSHA Guidelines.
- Sets an example as a medical professional by observing work
start and stop times, giving adequate notice for absences and
following clinic's operational and personnel policies and
procedures.
- Able to communicate and relate well with patients, providers
and clinical staff.
- Maintains appropriate licensure and certification including
meeting and/or exceeding CME requirements.
- Observes standards of medical care.
- Sitting and standing for long periods of time.Benefits:---
Monday - Friday 8a-5p--- Weekends, evenings, and holidays off--- 10
paid holidays per year--- Paid Time Off (Take time when you need
it!)--- Excellent Insurance--- So much more! Kintegra Health Core
Requirements1. Patient First - An approach to care that holds
primary, the well-being and desires of the patient2. Build not
Blame - Focusing first on finding fault with the process rather
than the person3. Integrity and Honesty - Fostering an acceptance
of openness, honesty, and fairness in words, deeds and the use of
organizational resources judiciously for both internal and external
customers4. Cooperation and Flexibility - Related to an internal
believe that we function as part of an interdependent team with
only shared gains or losses thereby committed to assisting whenever
possible beyond the prerequisite job description5. Culturally
Sensitive - Always working toward increasing one's ability to
understand, communicate with, effectively interact and care for
people across cultures, while having an acute awareness of one's
own culture. We are an equal opportunity employer and value
diversity. PI217072853
Keywords: Kintegra Health, Gastonia , Optometrist, Other , Gastonia, North Carolina
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