Optometrist (Limited)

OPTOMETRIST 3 HX (004465)

UCPath Position ID: TBD_189640

Position Description History/Status

Approved Date:

5/1/2026 11:36:16 AM

Date Last Edited:

5/1/2026 11:36:13 AM

Last Action Effective Date:

Organization Details

Business Unit (Location):

LACMP

Organization Code:

7000O

Organization:

VC STUDENT AFFAIRS

Division Code:

7800D

Division:

STUDENT HEALTH

Department:

521500 - ARTHUR ASHE STU HEALTH & WELLNESS CNTR

Position Details

UCPath Position Number:

TBD_189640

Position Description ID

243584

UC Payroll Title:

OPTOMETRIST 3 HX (004465)

Personnel Program

Professional and Support Staff (PSS)

Salary Grade:

STEPS

Job Code FLSA:

Exempt

Union Code (Collective Bargaining Unit):

HX: Residual Healthcare Professionals

Employee Relations Code:

E: All Others - Not Confidential

Employee Class (Appt Type):

4 - Staff: Limited

Full-Time Equivalent (FTE)

0.3

SUPERVISION

UCPath Reports to Position Number:

40044485

Reports to Payroll Title:

AMBUL CARE ADMSTN SUPV 1

UCPath Department Head Position Number:

40036657

Department Head Payroll Title:

HC ADM SHS MGR 3

DIRECTION - Indicates that the incumbent establishes procedures for attaining specific goals and objectives in a broad area of work. Only the final results of work done are typically reviewed. Incumbent typically develops procedures within the limits of established policy guidelines.

POSITION SUMMARY

Reporting to the Optometry Services Manager, the Optometrist, provides direct optometric services of comprehensive eye exams and contact lens fittings to UCLA students.

The mission of The Arthur Ashe Student Health and Wellness Center (The Ashe Center) is to support UCLA students in the successful attainment of their educational goals through the personalized delivery of accessible, high-quality health and wellness services, rendered with kindness and competence, by diligent, dedicated professionals.

Our comprehensive services include Primary Care, Gynecology Services, Immunizations, Travel Medicine, Physical Therapy, Specialty Clinics, Radiology & Laboratory, and Acupuncture – all under one roof! We are also pleased to offer additional services in the Ackerman Student Union: a full-service optometry center, U See LA Optometry, and the Bruin Health Pharmacy.

UCLA's student health center and its suite of services consistently rank as best in the nation. Most recently, the wellness fintech brand Ness awarded UCLA and The Ashe Center as the healthiest college in the state of California.

Optometric Services

Performs within the scope of his/her optometric license to provide professional services of comprehensive eye exams (including pupil dilations) and contact lens (hydrogel and rigid gas permeable) fittings. Thoroughly records history and clinical findings so that another optometrist can continue with care if necessary. Diagnoses and prescribes treatments as necessary to restore and maintain ocular integrity.  Works with the optician to provide optician guidance in ordering frames, spectacle lenses, and contact lenses for patients. Assist patients in the selection and dispensing of frames, spectacle lenses, and contact lenses if the optician is unavailable. Refers patients to the Jules Stein Eye Institute for additional testing/evaluations when necessary. In the absence of the optician, perform optician tasks; assist patients in selection and dispensing of frames, spectacle lenses, and CLs; neutralize RGP lenses; assist patients with check in by providing appropriate consent forms; answer phone calls using judgment to discern appropriate routing or problem resolution. Provide accurate, clear and appropriate instructions to patients regarding ophthalmic/contact lens care. Document all orders in EPIC (electronic medical record) for optician. Enter billing charges and provide receipts/rebates appropriately.

100%

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Performs other duties as assigned.

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Complies with all policies and standards.

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Complies with the University of California, Los Angeles (UCLA) Principles of Community.

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This position description is not intended to be a complete list of all responsibilities, duties or skills required for the job and is subject to review and change at any time, with or without notice, in accordance with the needs of the organization.

QUALIFICATIONS

Doctoral degree in optometry issued by an accredited school/college of optometry.

Required

Current license issued by the California State Board of Optometry.

Required

Ocular Disease residency trained

Preferred

Skill in effectively interacting with students and staff from diverse cultural, ethnic/racial, social and sexual orientations.

Required

Demonstrated skills in using various computer systems and applications.

Required

Written and verbal English communication skills to clearly convey information to patients, students, clinicians and staff, using correct grammar and syntax.

Required

Skill in organizing patient flow.

Required

Skill in working independently and following through on assignments with minimal direction.

Required

Ability to work with the optician to provide the optician guidance in ordering frames, spectacle lenses, and contact lenses for patients.

Required

Ability to receive constructive criticism and guidance with equanimity and engage in discussions with supervisor regarding performance in a professional manner.

Required

Ability to perform all duties with acute awareness regarding confidentiality and privacy, and legal ramifications.

Required

EyeMed and VSP vision plans credentialing.

Required

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS AND/OR CONDITIONS OF EMPLOYMENT

Background Check: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory background investigation.

Live Scan Background Check: A Live Scan background check must be completed prior to the start of employment.

Pre-Placement Physical: Employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory physical examination.

TB Test: Continued employment is contingent upon the completion of a satisfactory TB test.

CANRA: The position is designated as a mandatory reporter under CANRA. The employee must sign the "Statement Acknowledging Requirement to Report Child Abuse".

LOCATION AND PHYSICAL, ENVIRONMENTAL, MENTAL (PEM) REQUIREMENTS

Environment and Work Location Information

Environment Type:

Clinical Setting

Location Setting:

Medical Center/Clinic

Location:

U See LA

Standing/Walking

X

X

Sitting

X

X

Bending/Stooping

X

X

Squatting/Kneeling

X

X

Climbing

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 0-25 lbs

X

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull 26-50 lbs

X

Lifting/Carrying/Push/Pull over 50 lbs

X

X

Physical requirements other

X

X

Other Physical Requirements

If "Physical requirements other" was selected above, please explain (e.g., ability to differentiate color):

Hands and arms dexterity (to operate equipment)

Chemicals, dust, gases, or fumes

X

Loud noise levels

X

Marked changes in humidity or temperature

X

Microwave/Radiation

X

Operating motor vehicles and/or equipment

X

Exposures other

X

Sustained attention and concentration

X

X

Complex problem solving/reasoning

X

X

Ability to organize & prioritize

X

X

Communication skills

X

X

Numerical Skills

X

X

Mental demands other

X

X

Classification 3:  Position in which exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues is not part of the position description. The normal routine task involves no exposure to blood, body fluids or tissues and the employee can decline to perform tasks which involve a perceived risk without retribution.