Optometrist (PRN/Intermittent)

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Job Summary

The Ophthalmology Division at Denver Health is seeking a PRN/Intermittent Optometrist to join our expanding, vibrant team of ophthalmologists and optometrists. This PRN opportunity is intended to provide occasional coverage (2-3 days per month) Monday through Friday when other providers in the vision clinic are out of the office or when there is a clinical need for increased staffing. The number of shifts per month may vary depending on clinical needs and the needs of the department.
 

As Colorado’s primary safety-net institution, Denver Health serves as a model for other safety net institutions across the nation. This is an ideal position for an individual who enjoys working with a diverse patient population and is committed to the care of underserved and marginalized patients. The candidate should be comfortable with providing outpatient eye care services, including diagnosing vision disorders and diseases, and providing appropriate management and treatment including eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medications. The candidate should be familiar with standard concepts, practices, and procedures within optometry, and rely on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals. The successful candidate will perform a variety of tasks, and a wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.


Essential Functions:

• Diagnose and treat conditions of the eyes. (60%)
• Perform thorough eye exams and prescribe corrective lenses. (10%)
• Prescribe medications. (10%)
• Maintain Accurate Patient Records – Document patient histories, exam findings, prescriptions, and treatment plans in compliance with healthcare regulations and clinic policies. (10%)
• Teach patients proper eye care. (10%)
• Conduct Comprehensive Eye Exams – Perform routine and specialized eye examinations to assess visual acuity, diagnose vision problems, and detect ocular diseases or abnormalities. (0%)
• Prescribe Corrective Lenses & Treatments – Determine appropriate prescriptions for eyeglasses and contact lenses, as well as recommend vision therapy, medications, or other treatments for eye conditions. (0%)
• Diagnose & Manage Ocular Conditions – Identify and manage common eye diseases such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy, providing referrals to specialists when necessary. (0%)
• Educate & Counsel Patients – Explain diagnoses, treatment options, and preventive eye care practices to patients, ensuring they understand their vision health and corrective solutions. (0%)
• Participate in clinical education of healthcare students as seen fit by the supervising medical staff. (0%)

Education:

• Doctorate Degree in optometry Required

Work Experience:

• 1-3 years At least two years of professional experience as a optometrist preferred.
   

Licenses:

• OPT-Optometrist - State Board of Optometry Required and
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross Required
   

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Knowledge of theory, principles and practice of optometry.
• Knowledge of safety principles in patient care environment.
• Knowledge of standards, polices and procedures of Denver Health as they pertain to providers.
• Ability to integrate requirements of the facility and/or regulatory agencies into clinical decisions and documentation. Demonstrates competency for chiropractic treatment methods, techniques and approaches per professional and agency standards.
• Ability to meet physical requirements of job classification (lift, pull/push, carry, transfer patients, etc.).
• Ability to abide by the ethical guidelines as outlined by the American Optometry Association.
• Computer skills required

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Benefits

At Denver Health, we take care of the people who take care of our community. Our benefits are built to support your life, your family, and your future — with exceptional retirement contributions, and nationally recognized well-being programs. We invest in your growth through tuition assistance, career advancement pathways, and professional development — while also offering meaningful financial advantages through loan forgiveness eligibility and employer contributions. When you join Denver Health, you’re joining a mission-driven organization that invests in you.

Here is a small list of our benefit programs:

• Social security replacement retirement plan with employer contribution of 3%
• On-site employee fitness center and wellness classes
• Community resource navigation support
• Childcare discount programs & exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
• Education & development opportunities including career pathways and coaching

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation that includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan and Denver Health Foundation.

As Colorado’s primary, and essential, safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health is a mission-driven organization that has provided millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year.

Located near downtown Denver, Denver Health is just minutes away from many of the cultural and recreational activities Denver has to offer.

Denver Health is an equal opportunity employer (EOE). We value the unique ideas, talents and contributions reflective of the needs of our community. All job applicants for safety-sensitive positions must pass a pre-employment drug test, once a conditional offer of employment has been made. Applicants will be considered until the position is filled.