Assistant Professor - Contact Lens

Job DetailsJob Location: Ketchum Health - Anaheim, CA 92807Position Type: Full TimeSalary Range: $112,500.00 - $120,000.00 Salary/yearThe faculty member is responsible for the clinical education of Southern California College of Optometry (SCCO) interns in the delivery of patient care at the University Eye Center at Ketchum Health and its affiliated clinics.  This position reports to the SCCO Dean and the Chief of the Stein Family Cornea & Contact Lens Center. Clinical assignments are subject to change based on program needs. The position may require a Tuesday through Saturday work schedule and travel to affiliated clinics.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The primary responsibilities will include clinical assignments within the Stein Family Cornea & Contact Lens Center, with anticipated future involvement in the didactic curriculum. Workload assignments will be determined by the service department’s needs. The role will be formally reassessed one year after hiring to ensure alignment with program goals and educational objectives.

Core Responsibilities



Clinical precepting in the Stein Family Cornea & Contact Lens Center


Clinical application of contact lens principles


Evidence-based diagnosis, treatment, and management of anterior segment ocular disease


Diagnosis and management of dry eye disease


Myopia management


Effective communication with interns, staff, colleagues, other healthcare providers, and referral sources


Collaborative engagement with students, staff, professional colleagues, and administrators


Demonstration of a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in all interactions


Adherence to faculty behavioral expectations



Faculty Behavioral Expectations

1. Attendance



Fulfillment of assigned clinical duties


Participation in clinic service meetings


Attendance at clinic development days



2. Role Modeling



Consistent punctuality


Professional conduct and adherence to the dress code


Delivery of high-quality clinical patient care


Adherence to HIPAA and cybersecurity policies



3. Job Performance



Clinical documentation, including timely completion and finalization of patient charts


Maintenance of chart quality and accuracy in accordance with clinical standards


Timely grading and evaluation of clinical encounters


Prompt completion of correspondence to referring physicians and agencies


Timely processing of prescription refill requests and fee sheet adjustments


Maintenance of clinical privileging standards for primary eye care and contact lens management


Support of internal marketing initiatives



4. Participation – Service and Clinic Activities



Participation in on-call rotations


Serve as fill-in faculty as needed


Engagement in service department projects


Participation in clinic development task forces and project teams


Maintenance of required clinical proficiencies


Resupply and maintenance of clinical modules



5. Participation – Activities Outside the Clinic



Support of patient recruitment efforts


Scholarly posters, peer-reviewed publications, manuscripts, and continuing education presentations


Participation in collaborative research initiatives


Additional responsibilities as directed by College and University administration



QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must satisfactorily perform each duty. The requirements listed below represent the knowledge, skills, and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.



Possess or obtain by the first day of employment a California Optometry License with Glaucoma Certification


Certification in specialty contact lenses, such as orthokeratology, myopia management, and scleral lenses, is helpful.


Successfully pass a thorough background investigation


Must qualify to receive Federal and State funding. Must not appear on the OIG Exclusion List.


Be eligible for credentialing and privileging in accordance with SCCO standards.


Successful completion of an accredited residency in Contact Lenses and/or equivalent experience



EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE



Graduated from an ACOE-accredited institution with a Doctor of Optometry Degree


Successful completion of an accredited residency in Contact Lenses, and/or gained years of clinical experience within the area of contact lens.


Previous Clinical Preceptor Experience is helpful.


Basic Life Saver (CPR) Certification



PHYSICAL DEMANDS

The physical demands described are representative of those required of an employee to perform successfully in the essential functions of thi