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    Optometrist - Fresno, United States - Veterans Health Administration

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    Summary This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program.

    You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment.

    Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.

    Qualifications Applicants pending the completion of educational or certification/licensure requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met.


    Basic Requirements:

    United States Citizenship:
    Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy

    • Degree of doctor of optometry resulting from a course of education in optometry
    • The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools or colleges approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed
    • Licensed to practice optometry in a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia
    • Optometrists are required to possess full and unrestricted licensure and to maintain a current registration in their State of licensure if this is a requirement of the particular State
    • Proficiency in spoken and written English

    Grade Determinations:
    Full Grade

    • Two years of Optometric practice or its equivalent
    • One year of approved residency training or its creditable equivalent acceptable to the Council on Optometric Education of the American Optometric Association is acceptable in lieu of the 2 years of practice
    • Candidate must have demonstrated the professional competence and performance necessary to provide independently the full range of clinical optometric diagnosis and treatment for all the most prevalent types of vision dysfunctions and the detection and referral of patients with ocular disease or ocular manifestations of systemic disease
    • Intermediate Grade
    • Meets the requirements in paragraphs (1), (2), and (3) below: (1) Four years of Optometric practice or its equivalent
    • One year of approved residency training or its creditable equivalent acceptable to the Council on Optometric Education of the American Optometric Association is acceptable in lieu of 2 years of practice
    • (2)
    The optometrist at this level has successfully passed the examinations of the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and has attained either of the following:
    (a) The stature that would warrant appointment at the clinical instructor or higher level at a school or college of optometry

    • (b) The professional ability and personal attributes which have merited significant recognition by a recognized professional organization, such as election to a Fellowship in the American Academy of Optometry
    • (3)
    Has achieved a high level of professional attainment as illustrated by one or more of the following examples:
    (a) Is a recognized expert in the diagnosis and treatment of unusual and complicated visual dysfunctions

    • Typically, in this capacity serves as a consultant to optometrist and other professionals in other health facilities or provides expert clinical services in such areas as the partially sighted or contact lenses for aphasics
    • (b) Has assumed responsibility for a multi-faceted optometric program including clinical research and/or training requiring a high degree of competence and skill in developing innovative and new and advanced instrumentation and treatment techniques
    • Typically, the program is in an educationally affiliated health care facility having an optometric training program of moderate scope involving liaison with other medical services and affiliated schools
    • (c) Has played a significant part in the conduct of vision research in a problem area of considerable scope and complexity which required novel approaches and which resulted in answers to important questions or important changes in existing methods and techniques
    • Publications authored by the optometrist are of considerable value to others in the individual's field
    • Typically, overall contributions are recognized by serving on important committees or other bodies in the profession
    • (d) Has had full responsibility for carrying out an optometric training program of significant size in which the optometrist has been responsible for maintaining liaison with the affiliated school and other educational institutions and professional or scientific organizations
    • Innovative approaches in development of curriculum and course content and in expanding and improving the educational program have been displayed by the individual
    • Senior Grade
    • Meets the requirements for Intermediate grade and the requirements in paragraphs (1) and (2) below: (1) The optometrist at this level possesses such academic stature as would warrant a faculty appointment of a professional level in an approved school or college of optometry
    • (2)
    Has demonstrated recognized superior professional attainment as evidenced by on more of the following examples:
    (a) Has served as a team leader in attacking major Optometric problems affecting the continued provision of quality care health services at a VISN, statewide, or national level

    • There is such confidence in the optometrist at this level that there is unusual support of the individual's recommendations and conclusions
    • (b) Has had responsibility for carrying out a major Optometric program segment on a national level
    • (c) Has conducted high level studies in a difficult area of vision research which has contributed to a substantial advance in the health field, with important professional publications

    References:
    VA Regulations, specifically VA Handbook 5005, Part II, Appendix G-5

    Optometrist Qualification Standard Physical Requirements:

    Light lifting (under 15 pounds), light carrying (under 15 pounds), use of fingers, both hands required, walking (2 hours), standing (8 hours), repeated bending (8 hours), ability for rapid mental and muscular coordination simultaneously, near vision correctable to 13" to 16" to Jaeger 1 to 4, far vision correctable in one eye to 20/20, depth perception, hearing (aid permitted), emotional/mental stability, unusual fatigue factors resulting from long hours on-call, protracted or irregular hours of work.

    Duties "
    This is an OPEN CONTINUOUS ANNOUNCEMENT and will remain open until September 30, 2024.

    The initial cut-off date for referral of eligible applications will be December 26, 2023 with subsequent cut-off dates every 2 weeks.

    Eligible applications received after that date will be accepted on an ongoing basis and qualified candidates will be considered as vacancies become available. VA offers a comprehensive total rewards package.


    Work Schedule:
    Monday-Friday 8:00AM-4:30PM Telework:

    Not Available Virtual:
    This is not a virtual position


    Relocation/Recruitment Incentives:

    Authorized EDRP Authorized:
    Contact , the EDRP Coordinator for questions/assistance.


    Learn more Financial Disclosure Report:
    Not required The Optometrist is a specialty professional in the care of Optometry.

    The Optometrist will evaluate and treat patients for any disease which need Optometry diagnosis and/or treatment to achieve palliation or cure.

    The Optometrist will be available on a daily basis to provide consultation and care for our patients.

    The Optometrist will demonstrate the ability to appropriately and courteously relate to internal and external customers, maintain the confidentiality of patient/employee information, and to function and work in a safe manner, as well as demonstrating an on-going commitment to and understanding of the Medical Center's Performance Improvement program.

    The Optometrist will demonstrate the knowledge of changes associated with ageing and principles of human growth and development possess the ability to assess and interpret patient data, and the ability to identify age-specific needs such as incorporating age specific factors, and needs into patient care activities.

    Completion of an optometric residency training program is preferred.

    Surgical Department strives to maintain a safe working environment, in which we identify and address issues and concerns as they relate to safety problems within Eye Section.

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