As an organization we are committed to providing care as Patient Centered Medical Home. All employees are required to be aware of the organization’s practice of the NCQA Patient Centered Medical Home and the National Health Disparities’ Improvement Models.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

· Provides comprehensive eye care to patients as indicated, which may include assessment and management of acute and chronic diseases and treatment of injuries.

· Performs complete annual eye exams and records findings.

· Interprets and integrates data to determine appropriate diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as needed.

· Monitors fiscal parameters including: staff utilization, productivity and managed care panel size and effect any necessary change to meet the financial directives of the organization.

· Establishes and implements clinical standards of care and policies and procedures consistent with organizational goals and sound medical practice. Ensures compliance amongst providers for adherence.

· Analyzes and evaluates the functioning of the staff as it relates to aspects of clinical practice and care. Conducts yearly performance reviews incorporating developmental goals and improvement plan, if necessary.

· Assures that quality assurance programs are carried out in the eye care practice of the Health Center and submit quarterly reports of the same to senior leadership.

· Participates in screening, interviewing and recommending hire of department personnel; participates in orientation and training of personnel; assign and schedule work; review work performance and recommend appropriate corrective actions.

· Participates in multi-disciplinary projects focused on patient care and quality improvements.

· Maintains equipment and supply inventory.

· Maintains familiarity with medical/moral and medical/legal issues related to the eye care practice. Serves as a resource to the medical staff in related matters.

· Represents Whittier Street Health Center in its relationship with outside organizations and internal departments in matters relating to the eye care practice and patient care.

· Monitors scheduling habits and effects change necessary to accommodate patient accessibility. Makes recommendations to senior leadership on staffing policies and works with the various departments to assure compliance.

· Participates in professional development activities and maintain professional licenses and affiliations.

· Performs other duties as requested

Required Experience/Abilities/Competencies:

· Strong knowledge of organizational policies, procedures and systems.

· Strong knowledge of eye care practice and standards of care to assess, plan, implement, and evaluate patient care.

· Knowledge of the community we serve and the ability to garner support from those leaders within the community to enable the organization to meet its goals and objectives.

· Knowledge of budget preparation and interpretation of financial reports and statements.

· Expertise in planning, organizing, delegating, and supervising.

· Ability to work with other physicians, providers and other healthcare professionals in a collaborative manner to meet the organizational goals and objectives.

· Knowledge of computer systems and applications.

· Skill in effective problem solving.

· Strong communication skills.

· Knowledge of community oriented primary care principles.

· Desire to engage in collaborative community-based health services research.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $60.00 - $65.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible schedule
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Professional development assistance
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Medical specialties:

• Primary Care

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Education:

• Doctorate (Required)

Experience:

• Practicing Optometrist in a Community setting: 3 years (Preferred)

Language:

• Spanish (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Massachusetts License (Required)
• Therapeutically Certified (Required)

Work Location: In person

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