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We are seeking a skilled and dedicated Optometrist to join the Retina Division in Westwood. This position involves delivering exceptional patient care while collaborating with a dynamic clinical team in a high-volume setting. Perform imaging and comprehensive optometric examinations
Provide patient education through written and verbal communication, addressing questions about surgical options, lens choices, treatments, medication, etc.
Participate in the identification and recruitment of patients who are eligible for participation in clinical trials
Assist with postoperative care of cataract and glaucoma patients
Write prescriptions for glasses and authorize medication refills
Salary Range: $147,767.76 - 194,977.44 Annually
This position may be required to travel to other UCLA Health locations based on operational needs.
Qualifications
Required:
Possession and maintenance of an active license to practice optometry from the California Board of Optometry.
Applied understanding of general and complex principles of optometry and best practices for the diagnosis and treatment of eye-related disorders and conditions.
Exceptional oral and written communication skills including knowledge of medical and ophthalmic terminology to establish effective working relations with all levels of university staff, faculty, trainees, and patients.
Ability to work in a cooperative and collegial fashion with other members of the Division to provide exemplary patient care.
Ability to work quickly and efficiently under a variable but often busy workload.
Ability to function in a research environment with patients who are enrolled in clinical study protocols.
Ability to learn new routines quickly, to follow routines consistently, and identify better ways of accomplishing routine tasks.
Demonstrated or acquired competency in office and medical center-based data and electronic records systems (Epic CareConnect, including Kaleidoscope, PCIMS, CDS; image viewing environment e.g., AXIS etc.)
Ability to maintain patient confidentiality with the staff, faculty, and patients.
Demonstrates critical thinking skills and multitasking ability.
Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to elderly patients of diverse backgrounds.
At UCLA Health, you can help heal humankind, one patient at a time by improving health, alleviating suffering and delivering acts of kindness. As you do, you’ll achieve great things in your life and your career. We’re a world-class health organization with four hospitals consistently recognized among the nation’s very best as well as an internationally-renowned medical school, primary and specialty care clinics and much more. Within our dynamic, innovative and growing organization, you’ll find exceptional opportunities to make the most of your abilities in a supportive, empowering and inclusive environment. If you embrace our values of Integrity, Compassion, Respect, Teamwork, Excellence and Discovery we invite you to see all you can accomplish at UCLA Health.