Optometrist

Overview

Health Clinic – Rudisill
201 E Rudisill Blvd, Suite 106, Fort Wayne, IN 46806, USA

Below are the primary duties and essential functions of an employee in this position. While not all tasks may be performed by every employee in this role, all employees are expected to perform related tasks as needed. These essential functions must be performed with or without reasonable accommodation.

• Provide comprehensive eye exams, refractions, and medical eye care for acute and chronic ocular conditions.
• Diagnose and manage ocular diseases such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and infections.
• Participate in integrated primary care workflows, coordinating services with medical, dental, behavioral health, and case management teams.
• Document patient encounters in accordance with FQHC guidelines, including Prospective Payment System (PPS) encounter requirements.
• Provide patient education regarding eye health, vision conditions, preventative care, and treatment plans.
• Refer patients to ophthalmology or external specialists when needed.
• Engage in outreach activities as applicable to clinic programming.
• Support the mission of serving underserved and high‑need communities through equitable, accessible care.
• Other duties as assigned.

• Occupational Exposure Risk Classification:
  The normal work routine involves moderate exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues.
• The normal work routine has a frequent ergonomic risk for repetitive motion impairment.
• The position may require a moderate amount of physical exertion (bending, lifting, twisting) in the work area.

• Education:
  
  Doctor of Optometry (OD) from an Accreditation Council on Optometric Education–accredited program.
• Experience:
  
  Experience working with underserved or high‑need populations preferred.
• License:
  Current, unrestricted, and valid optometry license to practice in Indiana.
• CPI (Crisis Prevention Intervention) certification must be obtained after hire and kept current through employment.
• BLS (Basic Life Support) and First Aid certifications must be obtained after hire and kept current through employment.
• Valid driver’s license and active auto insurance coverage.
• Satisfactory results from criminal and driving record background checks.

Bowen Health is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive, diverse and respectful workplace. We comply with all applicable laws, including the ADA and OSHA regulations, and provide reasonable accommodations for qualified individuals with disabilities. Safety is a priority for all employees.

Bowen Health prohibits discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or other protected statuses. Bowen Health is dedicated to creating opportunities for all employees to thrive and support our mission of compassionate care.

Note:

This description includes information about the role and required qualifications. For further details, review the Know Your Rights notice from the Department of Labor.