Description

OREGON, Astoria. Oregon Health & Science University, (OHSU), is a leading health and research university that strives for excellence in patient care, education, research, and community service. Casey Eye Institute, Department of Ophthalmology at OHSU is recruiting a full-time Optometrist for its affiliated clinic located in Astoria, Oregon.

This position will join an established and highly regarded University-based practice with clinical, research, and educational responsibilities, and will hold an academic appointment. It has a strong established referral base and an active surgical load. The group practice consists of 12 optometrists and 52 ophthalmologists offering sub-specialty services in cornea, vitreoretinal disease, ophthalmic pathology and oncology, uveitis and ocular immunology, glaucoma, oculoplastics, neuro-ophthalmology, low vision rehabilitation, and ophthalmic genetics.

Requires a Doctor of Optometry degree and current Oregon licensure. A competitive benefit package will be offered. Housing support is provided on a time limited basis.

The duties of this position include: This position is under the supervision of the Chair of the Department of Ophthalmology. The duties of this position are in support of the missions, goals and objectives of OHSU and the School of Medicine and include providing optometric eye care services and staffing support to General Ophthalmology and the Contact Lens Service at the Casey Eye Institute in Astoria, Oregon.  Contact Lens Service duties include staffing support in University Contact Lens Service to include routine eye care, insertion of punctual plugs, contact lens fitting and evaluation.  General Ophthalmology duties include support of general adult eye clinics.  Professional education: assist with professional education events and courses presented by ophthalmologists, optometrists and other allied health professionals.  Administrative tasks: complete required documentation such as care report forms; maintain patient records.

For more information and to apply visit our website at www.ohsujobs.com and reference recruitment 2023-27462 or send a current CV to [email protected]. 

Requirements

Education and Experience: Requires a Doctor of Optometry degree, and current Oregon licensure.  Completion of a post-graduate clinical training program is preferred. 

Knowledge and Skills: Strong clinical and patient assessment skills. Detail-oriented and meticulous in all aspects of work. Requires excellent organizational skills and strong communication and patient relations skills. Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to interact well with employees at all levels of the organization is essential. Demonstrated innovation, initiative, and creative problem-solving skills are imperative. Must be pro-active and detail-oriented. Ability to work well independently and multi-task is critical. Ability to plan and organize technical work and to adapt to a changing work environment is critical. Must be able to assess and develop work tasks and systems in order to optimize clinic performance.