Locum Optometrist for Correctional Health — Oregon (13 weeks)

ATC - Northwest; Eugene (OR); Sur place; USD 165 000 - 179 000; Temps partiel

Résumé du poste

ATC Healthcare Northwest is seeking a qualified Locum Tenens Optometrist for a 13-week assignment at correctional healthcare facilities in Madras and Ontario, Oregon. The role offers competitive hourly compensation and the opportunity to provide essential eye care to underserved populations.

The selected optometrist will perform comprehensive eye examinations, diagnose common conditions, prescribe lenses and medications within licensure, and maintain accurate patient records while collaborating

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry program.
• Active Oregon optometry license or ability to obtain the required license before the assignment begins.
• Previous clinical optometry experience required.
• Correctional healthcare experience preferred but not required.
• Strong clinical assessment, communication, and documentation skills.
• Ability to work independently in a structured correctional healthcare environment.

Responsabilités

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations and vision screenings.
• Diagnose and manage common eye conditions and diseases.
• Prescribe corrective lenses and medications as appropriate and within the scope of licensure.
• Develop treatment plans and recommend appropriate follow-up care.
• Maintain accurate and timely patient records.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to support continuity of care.
• Educate patients on eye health, vision correction, and preventive care.
• Follow applicable clinical standards, facility protocols, and professional practice requirements.

Connaissances

Clinical assessment

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Formation

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree

Active Oregon optometry license or ability to obtain

Description du poste

ATC Healthcare Northwest is seeking a qualified Locum Tenens Optometrist for a 13-week assignment at correctional healthcare facilities in Madras and Ontario, Oregon. The role offers competitive hourly compensation and the opportunity to provide essential eye care to underserved populations.

The selected optometrist will perform comprehensive eye examinations, diagnose common conditions, prescribe lenses and medications within licensure, and maintain accurate patient records while collaborating