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WI-SSM Health Dean Medical Group Specialty Services Baraboo

Worker Type:

Regular

Job Highlights:

The Opportunity

SSM Health Davis Duehr Dean’s Divisions of Ophthalmology and Optometry is looking for a full-time optometrist for the clinic in Baraboo, Wisconsin. In addition to this position the Baraboo Clinic has two full-time Optometrist, a Comprehensive Ophthalmologist, and a retina and glaucoma subspecialist. The Baraboo Clinic also features a busy optical retail store. Davis Duehr Dean Optometrists function at a high level, providing care to complex patients. Sub-specialists rotate through the clinic regularly and are readily available for consults. This is a full-time position including with excellent compensation and benefits are provided.

The Clinics

SSM Health Davis Duehr Dean is a leading provider of vision care in the Midwest. Davis Duehr Dean Eye Care has more than 90 years of comprehensive ophthalmology experience. Our comprehensive, integrated eye care network is conveniently located in fifteen sites throughout southern Wisconsin.

At Davis Duehr Dean Eye Care, our 60 eye care specialists (http://www.deancare.com/medical-services/eyecare/specialists/) , have a longstanding reputation as an integrated network for advanced eye care and excellence in:

• Ophthalmology (http://www.deancare.com/medical-services/eyecare/ophthalmology/) , including comprehensive, oculoplastics, pediatric ophthalmology, retina, Glaucoma and Cornea subspecialties.

• Refractive Surgery (http://www.deancare.com/medical-services/eyecare/refractive-surgery/) — LASIK, IntraLase®, PRK, LASEK, ICL, CLE

• Optometry (http://www.deancare.com/medical-services/eyecare/optometry/) - primary eye care, medical/specialty contact lenses, and dry eye services

Optical Retail on-site at each location

Benefits:

As part of SSM Health/Dean Medical Group, one of the largest multi-specialty physician groups in the country, opportunities include:

• EPIC EMR utilized in both clinic and hospital settings

• Generous Signing Bonus

• Guaranteed salary first year

• Annual CME reimbursement and paid time off

• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage

• Medical License & DEA Certification paid for

• Full benefit package

The Community - Baraboo

Centrally located, Baraboo residents enjoy the best of both worlds--peaceful, small-town living with easy access to several major cities. Four-season recreational opportunities surround this peaceful city. During the summer residents enjoy fishing, hiking, boating, swimming and more at Devil’s Lake State Park. Also, for those outdoor enthusiasts, the Ice Age Trail and the Devil’s Lake both offer beautiful scenery. Once the leaves start turning red and gold, thoughts turn to curling, hockey, skiing, tubing, and snowmobiling. Skiers in Baraboo are lucky to have Devil’s Head Ski Resort just 10 miles from town in addition to Cascade Mountain in the nearby town of Portage.

SSM Health is an Equal Opportunity Employer and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, or national origin.

For more information contact:

Jody Chellevold

Physician & Provider Recruiter

SSM Health Dean Medical Group

Cell: 608-636-4203

Jody.Chellevold@ssmhealth.com

Job Summary:

Examine, diagnose, treat and manage disorders of the visual system, eye diseases and injuries. Prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses as needed.

Job Responsibilities and Requirements:

PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Document history including complaint and relevant symptoms, ocular health, medication usage, medical and family history, current vision aide if applicable, and any other pertinent data.

• Examine eyes using observation, pharmaceutical agents and instruments to determine visual perception, acuity, coordination and focus. Tests may include subjective refractions, retinoscopy, lensometry, slit lamp examination, visual fields, pupil and mobility testing, genioscopy, and tear function testing.

• Based on exam, diagnose diseases and anomalies such as color blindness or glaucoma.

• Clearly document diagnosis and treatment plan, including referrals, therapeutic prescriptions and long-term medical management, in patients’ charts.

• Prescribe and fit vision aides such as contact lenses and eyeglasses.

• Perform eye surgeries, such as laser vision correction and cataract, and provide pre- and post-operative care

• Maintain communication with ophthalmology, optical and support staff in order to optimize quality clinical care and service.

• Provide any necessary low-vision rehabilitation and vision therapy to improve visual issues.

• Works in a constant state of alertness and safe manner.

• Perform other duties as necessary.

EDUCATION

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree

EXPERIENCE

• No experience necessary

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

• Frequent lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 0-25 lbs.

• Frequent sitting, standing, walking, reaching and repetitive foot/leg and hand/arm movements.

• Frequent use of vision and depth perception for distances near (20 inches or less) and far (20 feet or more) and to identify and distinguish colors.

• Frequent use of hearing and speech to share information through oral communication. Ability to hear alarms, malfunctioning machinery, etc.

• Frequent keyboard use/data entry.

• Occasional bending, stooping, kneeling, squatting, twisting and gripping.

• Occasional lifting/carrying and pushing/pulling objects weighing 25-50 lbs.

• Rare climbing.

Licenses / Certifications:

Optometrist, Registered - Illinois Department of Financial and Professional Regulation (IDFPR), Optometrist - Missouri Division of Professional Registration, ​Optometrist - Wisconsin Department of Safety and Professional Services

Work Shift:

Day Shift (United States of America)

Job Type:

Employee

Department:

6650420164 Brboo Spec Ophth

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

SSM Health is an equal opportunity employer. SSM Health does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, veteran status , or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. Click here to learn more. (https://www.ssmhealth.com/privacy-notices-terms-of-use/non-discrimination?_ga=2.205881493.704955970.1667719643-240470506.1667719643)