The purpose of this position is to provide comprehensive eye care services to patients throughout the SEARHC region. The optometrist is on the Associate Medical Staff and cares for patients of all ages. This position provides support to the Optometrist-Lead in the day-to-day operations of the local Eye Clinic and in absence of the Optometrist-Lead will provide supervision of the local Eye Clinic staff.
SEARHC is a non-profit health consortium which serves the health interests of the residents of Southeast Alaska. We see our employees as our strongest assets. It is our priority to further their development and our organization by aiding in their professional advancement.
Working at SEARHC is more than a job, it’s a fulfilling career. We offer generous benefits, including retirement, paid time off, paid parental leave, health insurance, dental, and vision benefits, life insurance and long and short-term disability, and more.
Key Essential Functions and Accountabilities of the Job
Provide comprehensive eye care including but not limited to diagnosis, treatment, minor procedures, coordination of care, referrals, consultations, patient or community education and co-management as applicable.
Accurate and timely medical recordkeeping.
Conduct field Eye Clinics to SEARHC locations.
Assist with on-the-job training and competency of the local Eye Clinic staff.
May sponsor Dispensing Optician Apprentices.
May precept and mentor optometry students.
Support departmental compliance with all applicable regulatory agencies, accreditation programs and SEARHC policies and procedures.
Travel required.
Other duties as assigned.
Education, Certifications, and Licenses Required
Full-Time: Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) with a current unrestricted Alaska Optometry license.
Intermittent: Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) with a current unrestricted U.S. Optometry license, with Alaska Optometry license preferred.
BLS within 3 months of start date.
Experience Required
Preferred: Completion of Optometric Residency or Fellowship in the American Academy of Optometry or a current Optometry Board Certification OR 2 years of clinical optometry experience.
Knowledge of
Advanced eye care knowledge to perform clinical duties that meet the standards of care set by the American Optometric Association
Skills in
Communicate clearly and respectfully through oral and written communication.
Leadership.
Teamwork.
Problem solving.
Conflict resolution.
Ability to
Plan, organize, and prioritize to meet deadlines.
Travel Required
Field travel may require lifting of equipment in totes which may weigh up to 50 pounds each.
Field travel may require travel by jet, small aircraft, or ferry.
Required Certifications
If you like wild growth and working with happy, enthusiastic over-achievers, you'll enjoy your career with us!
For nearly 50 years, SEARHC has provided high-quality healthcare services to the residents of Southeast Alaska.
Operating as an independent and nonprofit health Consortium, SEARHC provides a comprehensive range of health-related services, including primary, urgent and specialty medical care, dental services, behavioral health support, wellness programs, optometry services and more. We are dedicated to improving the health, well-being and quality of life for all people in these communities.
SEARHC is committed to keeping care closer to home and making advanced medical technologies accessible to all. One of the many ways SEARHC does this is by offering specialty clinics or sending medical specialists to remote communities and facilities to care for patients who cannot travel.
Established in 1975, SEARHC is one of the largest Native-run health organizations in the United States. In 1976, SEARHC contracted with the Indian Health Service under the Indian Self-Determination and Education Assistance Act to assume management of the Community Health Aide Program. Today, SEARHC has more than 1,700 employees and operates in 27 communities throughout Southeast Alaska, including two Critical Access Hospitals.
