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Aspen Medical Optometrist in Kittery, Maine
Introduction : Aspen Medical has an exciting opportunity for Optometrists to partner with us in providing temporary contracted medical services to Military Treatment Facilities throughout the United States. Today’s posting will place you at the primary location of the Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command New England, Kittery, Maine. This opportunity allows employees to work with the federal government, offering competitive compensation and a strong work-life balance.
Hospital: Navy Medicine Readiness and Training Command New England
Location: United States, Kittery, Maine
Core Duties:
Contractor personnel shall perform a full range of duties consistent with their labor category, education, training, experience, clinical privileges (as applicable), and assigned position. General duties that apply to all personnel or across certain labor categories are given below.
+ + Maintain a level of productivity comparable with that of other individuals performing similar services
Participate in peer review and performance improvement activities as requested by the Government
Practice aseptic techniques as necessary. Comply with infection control guidelines to include the proper handling, storage, and disposal of infectious wastes, and the use of universal precautions to prevent the spread of infection
Function with an awareness and application of safety procedures
Perform efficiently in emergency patient situations following established protocols, remaining calm, informing appropriate persons, and documenting events. Anticipate potential problems/emergencies and make appropriate interventions. Notify supervisor, director, or other designated government person regarding problems that the HCW is unable to manage
Apply an awareness of legal issues in all aspects of patient care and strive to manage situations in a reduced risk manner
Participate in the implementation of the Family Advocacy Program as directed. Participation shall include, but not be limited to, appropriate medical examination, documentation, and reporting
Exercise awareness and sensitivity to patient/significant others' rights, as identified within the MTF
Maintain an awareness of responsibility and accountability for own professional practice
Participate in continuing education to meet own professional growth. Basic Life Support (BLS) and other trainings in support of professional licensure or credentials may not be obtained at the MTF by a HCW during working hours
Attend and/or comply with all annual training classes required by the Command, to include but not limited to online annual training provided by the MTF: disaster training, infection control, Sexual Harassment, Bloodborne Pathogens, Fire and Safety, Chemical, Biological, Radiological, Nuclear and Explosives (CBRNE), and all other required training
Actively participate in the command’s Performance Improvement Program. Participate in meetings to review and evaluate the care provided to patients, identify opportunities to improve the care delivered, and recommend corrective action when problems exist
Participate in the provision of in-service training to clinic staff members. Provide training and/or clinical direction as applicable to supporting government employees (e.g., hospital corpsmen, students, etc.)
Attend and participate in various meetings as directed
Perform timely, accurate, and concise documentation of patient care
Operate and manipulate automated systems such as electronic health record, ADS, Essentris, Clinical Information System (CIS) and various other databases, participate in clinical staff Performance Improvement (PI) and Risk Management (RM) functions, as prescribed by the Commander. Maintain DOD email account as directed. The HCW shall be responsive to all email and voicemail communications
Exercise appropriate delegation of tasks and duties in the clinical direction and coordination of health care team members, patient care, and clinic activities
Maintain documentation of all treatment provided in accordance with clinic directives and prepare such records and reports as may be required. All records and reports must be legible. Abbreviations must be only those listed in local instructions
Additional Duties:
- Assigned to the Optometry Division within the Occupational Health Department
The HCW shall provide services within the scope of the clinical privileges granted by the commanding officer, and the applicable duties provided in the basic contract
Benefits :
Virtual Interviews
Variable of locations throughout the United States.
Contract: Year-long assignment
Performance hours: Monday-Friday 0630-1700 ( Specific days, hours, and shift length will be scheduled by the designated government representative. The specific schedule for each two (2) week period will be provided one (1) month in advance by the government supervisor or designee)
Detailed pay rates will be outlined in the initial interview phase
Minimum Qualifications:
Degree : Doctor of Optometry
Certifications in addition to Basic Life Support (5.2.3) :
Possess a certification to use Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents
Education : Graduate from a school or college approved by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE) of the American Optometric Association
Experience : As required to meet clinical competency requirements specified in the Service-specific credentialing instructions
Possess a minimum of two (2) years of experience in the preceding three (3) years as an Optometrist. Experience must include post-operative refractive surgery to include familiarity with Excimer laser, photorefractive keratectomy (PRK) and Laser-Assisted in situ Keratomileusis (LASIK), patient selection, and co management of refractive surgery patients
Provide two (2) letters of recommendation written within the last two (2) years attesting to the HCW’s clinical skills. A minimum of one (1) of the letters must be from a supervisor. The other letter must be from either clinic or hospital administrators, or practicing physicians. Reference letters shall attest to the quality and quantity of experience including, but not limited to, the communication skills between practitioner and patient and among peers, and must include name, title, phone number, date of reference, address and signature of the individual providing reference
Licensure : Current, full, active, and unrestricted license to practice as an optometrist
Physical Requirements:
Must be able to walk, stand, and bend for 6-8 hours per day
Able to distinguish between basic colors
Must be able to read and interpret handwritten and typewritten print
Ability to communicate effectively with customers in stressful situations
Must be able to pass a criminal background investigation and undergo urine drug testing
Advanced medical and anatomical skills
Knowledge of general surgery practices
Excellent interpersonal and communication skills
Strong motor skills and manual dexterity
Ability to work long and irregular hours
Advanced analytical skills and attention to detail
Ability to remain calm and focused on stressful situations
Organizational and time management skills
Aspen Medical is committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity employer, and Aspen Medical does not discriminate based on race, national origin, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, protected veteran status, disability, age, or other legally protected status. For individuals with disabilities who would like to request accommodation, please contact HR.AMUSA@aspenmedical.com .
By joining Aspen Medical, you will join a responsive mission-driven organization where you will be a vital member of a small, dynamic team supported by a large international corporation.
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