Valley Health Team is seeking a full-time Certified Optician at our Kerman, CA location.

BASIC FUNCTIONS:

Under the supervision of the Optometry Director, the Optician will complete the follow-up work once the vision test has been completed for the patient. The Optician interprets prescriptions from optometrist to dispense, fit supply spectacles and other optical aids with a focus on the comfort, safety and convenience of the patient. In addition, the Optician will advise patients on types of lens available and help them choose the most appropriate option for their particular needs and circumstances.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Examine individuals requesting care, diagnose their eye conditions, prescribe and carry out, or direct others in carrying out, appropriate eye care treatment, or refers individuals for specialty consultation or treatment in conformance with approved clinical protocols and guidelines.
2. Record patient-optometrist transactions as they occur in the patient’s optometry records so that they optometry records accurately and completely reflects the nature of the contact, the condition of the patient and the care or treatment provided; in addition, the Optician shall complete referrals, data collection instruments and other records or paperwork as shall be required from time to time by the organization.
3. Participate in the control of and supervision of optometry practice and dispensary in conjunction with Optometry Director.
4. Educate individuals in the nature of vision related health conditions and in the general promotion of eye care related disease prevention.
5. Identify optometry needs on a community level and help design programs and/or identify resources to meet identified community needs.
6. Assist in the provision of continuing education, on-the-job training, and the orientation of optometry staff as requested.
7. Participate in short and long term program planning for the Optometry Department including development of goals and objectives.
8. Responsible for personal full compliance with all applicable, federal, state, local and center rules, regulations, protocols and procedures governing the practice of optometry and the clinical provision of eye care as well as those relating to, but not limited to, personnel issues, workplace safety, public health, and confidentiality.
9. Keep current with new techniques and philosophies related to all aspects of optometry field.
10. Maintain orderliness in all areas worked in and report promptly all malfunctions and need for any and all repairs.
11. On a temporary basis, may be required to work at any satellite facility.
12. Contribute to team effort by assisting other departments as needed and while maintaining confidentiality of VHT’s business.
13. Work cooperatively with all staff members and outside sources in a professional manner to deliver a high level of service.
14. Observe and practice all VHT Patient Experience Service Standards as outlined in “World Class Practices: My Commitment to Care (which I have read and signed). Practice CICARE when interacting with patients, their families, visitors, or internal customers.
15. Practice CICARE phone etiquette during all phone interactions.
16. Always exercise courtesy whenever patients, family members, visitors and co-workers are present.
17. Respect privacy and dignity of our patients, family members, visitors and co-workers.

18. Maintain professionalism in the presence of patients, their families, visitors and co-workers.
19. Act as a role model, verbally and behaviorally demonstrating skill, enthusiasm, positive problem solving, commitment and loyalty to the profession and the organization.
20. Engage as a member of the care team caring for individuals in the community
21. Prep for and lead daily huddles
22. Promote and educate on evidence-based preventive care, chronic care needs, and self-management support
23. Deliver clinical screening tests and immunizations
24. Follow applicable regulations: Joint Commission, OSHA, HIPAA, and CLIA.
25. Serves and protects the practice by adhering to professional standards, policies and procedures, federal, state, and local requirements, and The Joint Commission Accreditation of Healthcare Organization standards.
26. Perform other related duties, which may be inclusive, but not listed in the job description.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Completion of optician training program
2. Current Basic Life Support card
3. Strong customer service skills (preferably within a service industry)
4. Ability to communicate effectively, both verbal and written
5. Be self-motivated and have the ability to prioritize work and meet deadlines
6. Modern office practices and procedures (including email)
7. Must show professionalism at all times especially when working with patients
8. Fluent conversation English/Spanish preferred
9. Ability to be flexible with work schedule and available to work at all site locations
10. Must have own transportation, valid California Driver’s License and current proof of automobile insurance coverage
11. Demonstrated ability to provide world-class patient experience using CICARE principles and practices. Ability to be proactive and to go above and beyond the call of duty; take initiative to provide a world class patient experience in all encounters via email, phone or in person

Valley Health Team is an equal opportunity employer to all, regardless of age, ancestry, color, disability (mental and physical), exercising the right to family care and medical leave, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, marital status, medical condition, military or veteran status, national origin, political affiliation, race, religious creed, sex (includes pregnancy, childbirth, breastfeeding and related medical conditions), and sexual orientation.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $22.00 - $28.71 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Application Question(s):

• Completion of optician training program

Education:

• Associate (Preferred)

Experience:

• clinic setting: 1 year (Required)
• Optical: 1 year (Required)

Language:

• Spanish or Punjabi (Required)

License/Certification:

• Driver's License (Required)
• BLS Certification (Required)

Willingness to travel:

• 25% (Required)

Work Location: In person