Chief of Contact Lens Service
Western University of Health Sciences

Job Info

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Posting Number:

A00418

Position Title:

Chief of Contact Lens Service

Campus:

Western University Campus-Pomona, CA

Department:

2001-College of Optometry

Type of Position:

Administration

Job Summary:

To lead the Contact Lens Service at the Eye Care Institute (ECI) at Western University of Health Sciences clinic (WesternU Health).

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

Individuals must possess the knowledge, as well as the following skills and abilities or be able to perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.
- Knowledge of theoretical and clinical contact lens practice
- Knowledge of basic primary optometric care
- Skilled in the techniques of contact lens patient care practice
- Able to lecture on topics of expertise related to contact lens practice
- Able to publish scholarly papers on topics of expertise, especially related to contact lenses
- Able to lead a team of five to ten providers and staff

Required Qualifications:

- Education: Doctor of Optometry degree with licensure to practice in California or the ability to obtain licensure within 3 months
- Experience: Minimum of 3 years experience in the delivery of contact lens care patient care

List comments regarding work hours:

Exempt position. Typical working hours are Monday through Friday, 8am - 5pm.

Posting Date:

12/02/2020

Job Duty:

Clinical administration of the Contact Lens Service at the Eye Care Institute, including developing a business plan, managing the Contact Lens Service, increasing the patient census, creating effective clinical protocols, and coordinating inter-professional referrals

Percentage Of Time:

40

Job Duty:

Provides supervision, leadership, and mentorship to other faculty who serve in the Contact Lens Service

Percentage Of Time:

10

Job Duty:

Oversees quality assurance and peer review programs for service

Percentage Of Time:

10

Job Duty:

Engages in community service, providing information about the Contact Lens Service to the community within and beyond Western University. Seeks and supports referrals and consultations from health care providers within the community.

Percentage Of Time:

10

Job Duty:

Serves as a liaison between the Contact Lens Service and the didactic and clinical optometry curriculum

Percentage Of Time:

5

Job Duty:

Works with the Associate and Assistant Deans of Clinical Affairs to assess equipment and supply needs in the Contact Lens Service. Oversees the implementation and necessary training of new equipment to students and faculty members in the Contact Lens Service.

Percentage Of Time:

5

Job Duty:

Ensures that all providers int the Eye Care Institute and WesternU Health are aware of the Contact Lens Services offered and provides updates and communications to WesternU providers on a regular basis.

Percentage Of Time:

5

Job Duty:

Develops and implements a marketing program for the Contact Lens Service

Percentage Of Time:

5

Job Duty:

Reviews reporting data on service from the Electronic Health Records (EHR) system

Percentage Of Time:

5

Job Duty:

- Contributes to the annual appraisal process for faculty members who are assigned to the Contact Lens Service
- Other duties as assigned. The University/College reserves the right to add or change duties at any time.

Percentage Of Time:

5

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?:

Yes

If yes, list maximum weight and duration:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands, reach with hands and arms, and sit. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. There are no specific vision abilities required by this job.

Describe Work Environment:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Duties of the Chief of Contact Lens Service are normally performed in a typical office and optometry-clinic setting. Occasionally the employee is exposed to outdoor weather conditions. The noise level in this setting is usually moderate due to telephone calls, office equipment, and normal student traffic.

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