Employment in this role is conditional upon successful execution of the contract by the client.

The Work

The Optometrist will provide full-scope primary optometric care at a healthcare facility. This role will serve as a critical member of the healthcare team, providing advanced diagnostic and therapeutic care in compliance with our client’s healthcare standards, and the American Optometric Association (AOA) guidelines.

This position aligns with Cayuse’s core values of Innovation, Excellence, Collaboration, Adaptability, and Integrity by fostering technical solutions that meet customer needs, promoting teamwork, and prioritizing quality in deliverables.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide full-scope primary optometric care in accordance with AOA clinical guidelines and community standards of care.
• Perform detailed patient evaluations, including:
  • Visual acuity testing (distance, near, and pinhole vision)
  • Color vision assessments
  • Contrast sensitivity testing
  • Refraction (manual, automated, retinoscopy)
  • Keratometry and lensometry
  • External and slit lamp examinations
  • Ocular motility, binocular coordination, and accommodation tests
  • Funduscopic examinations, applanation tonometry, corneal topography, pachymetry, glare assessment, wave-scan analysis using VISX equipment, and night vision testing.
• Diagnose and manage visual and ocular conditions with therapeutic pharmaceutical agents (TPAs) as certified.
• Accurately transcribe information into patient medical records, including:
  • Past ocular history, allergies, and adverse drug reactions
  • Detailed written assessments, diagnoses, and recommendations
  • Patient education and follow-up plan with appropriate documentation, signature, and provider stamp.
• Utilize three years of extensive refractive surgery experience and/or training from a certified refractive surgery residency.
• Conduct detailed refractive surgery evaluations, including analyzing results from topography, pentacam, epithelial mapping, anterior chamber depth, and other diagnostic tests.
• Assess candidate suitability for procedures such as LASIK, PRK, Corneal Crosslinking, Implantable Collamer Lens, and Clear Lens Exchange.
• Identify and counsel patients on contraindications for refractive surgery.
• Collect, organize, and submit outcome data and case report forms for compliance, liaising with the FDA and client  set protocols.
• Adhere to strict infection control guidelines and practice universal precautions.
• Ensure safe and effective operation of clinical diagnostic equipment and compliance with safety protocols, including emergency procedures and hazardous material handling.
• Explain procedures, test results, and treatment options effectively to patients in person and via phone.
• Provide accurate documentation of medications, including types, dosage, time administered, and any adverse reactions observed.
• Maintain adherence to DHA, Military Treatment Facility (MTF), and federal healthcare compliance protocols.
• Complete all mandatory federal and facility-specific training, including tuberculosis screenings, immunizations, respirator fit-testing, and other medical clearances.
• Work effectively with multidisciplinary teams of healthcare professionals to coordinate patient care, ensuring optimal outcomes.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications – Here’s What You Need

The qualifications and skills listed below are intended to provide a general overview of the requirements for this position. However, due to the anticipated nature of the contract and the absence of a finalized task order from the client, this list should not be considered all-encompassing. Additional qualifications, certifications, skills, or experience specific to the client’s requirements may be identified and requested upon award of the task order. Candidates should demonstrate flexibility and a willingness to adapt to evolving responsibilities as outlined by the client.

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited program.
• Certification for the use of Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (TPAs).
• Active and unrestricted U.S. State licensure to practice optometry.
• A minimum of three (3) years of extensive refractive surgery experience or completion of a certified refractive surgery residency.
• Two letters of recommendation from references familiar with the candidate's clinical experience and performance (dated within the last two years).
• Completion of required medical clearances, including:

• • Current vaccinations: Influenza (annually), Varicella, MMR, TDAP, Hepatitis B series
  • TB screening and respirator fit testing

• Strong technical expertise in operating diagnostic equipment for testing and analyzing ocular conditions.
• Proficiency in diagnostic equipment and automated systems, including ADS, Essentris, MHS GENESIS, and Clinical Information System (CIS).
• Demonstrate superior patient communication and care skills, maintaining professionalism in high-volume, fast-paced environments.
• Ability to interpret and analyze diagnostic testing results with precision.
• Full color vision and sufficient visual acuity to perform duties.
• Due to the nature of work at the client’s facility, U.S. Citizenship is required.
• Must be able to pass a background check. May require additional background checks as required by projects and/or clients at any time during employment.

Minimum Skills:

• Exceptional interpersonal skills with the ability to communicate in a clear, professional, and articulate manner.
• Excellent organizational, analytical, and problem-solving skills with high-level attention to detail.
• Proven ability to multitask and prioritize in a fast past environment with changing priorities; adaptable to change and a quick learner.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work well independently as well as on a multi-functional team.
• Ability to handle sensitive and confidential information appropriately
• Proficient in MS Office, Word, Outlook, PowerPoint, and Excel.
• Strong case management skills.
• Proficiency in English, including reading, writing, and verbal communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with DHA and federal healthcare environments.
• Familiarity with NMC Portsmouth, VA protocols.
• Ability to collect and report data in accordance with Food and Drug Administration (FDA) requirements.

Our Commitment to you / overview of benefits 

• Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance; Wellness Program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare, Dependent Care, Commuter).
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability options.
• Basic Life and AD&D Insurance (Company Provided).
• Voluntary Life and AD&D options.
• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan with matching after one year.
• Paid Time Off.

Reports to: Program Manager

Working Conditions

• Clinical and surgical setting with frequent exposure to infectious diseases.
• Special attire required, including scrubs, gloves, masks, and eye protection.
• Requires performing manual procedures, working with sophisticated diagnostic technology, and contributing to a safe and compliant work environment.
• Services will be provided Monday through Friday between 0700 and 1900 .
• Shifts will typically be scheduled in 8.5-hour shifts, inclusive of a 30-minute uncompensated lunch break.
• Frequent bending, reaching, standing, walking, and sitting.
• Requires sufficient manual dexterity for handling diagnostic and clinical equipment, as well as providing health care services.
• May involve heavy lifting, pushing, and pulling during routine shifts.
• Must be physically and mentally able to perform duties extended periods of time.
• Ability to use a computer and other office productivity tools with sufficient speed to meet the demands of this position.
• Must be able to establish a productive and professional workspace.
• Must be able to sit for long periods of time looking at computer screen.
• May be asked to work a flexible schedule which may include holidays.
• May be asked to travel for business or professional development purposes.
• May be asked to work hours outside of normal business hours.

Other Duties: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the employee for this job.  Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice.

Cayuse is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All employment decisions are based on merit, qualifications, skills, and abilities. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment in accordance with any applicable federal, state, or local law.