Optometrist

MedElite Group, LLC.; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 40,000 - 46,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

Malpractice Insurance

Job summary

Swift Optometry in Albuquerque, NM is seeking a compassionate Optometrist to join our team serving residents in long-term care facilities. You will provide comprehensive eye care, including exams, ocular disease management, and vision correction, delivering patient-centered services in a geriatric setting.

The role is part-time (2 days per week) with compensation described as per patient, along with benefits such as PTO and malpractice insurance, supporting a balanced work‑life integration.

Qualifications

• Must be licensed Optometrist (OD) with active license.
• DEA license required.
• Ability to perform comprehensive exams and manage ocular diseases.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, comprehensive exams for glasses and contacts.
• Perform dilated exams for seniors in long-term care facilities.
• Provide diabetic evaluations and manage eye-related conditions.
• Treat infections and injuries; repair and fit eyeglasses.
• Diagnose and manage ocular disease in geriatric patients.
• Work with a team to deliver patient-centered eye care.

Skills

Geriatric care

Comprehensive exams

Ocular diagnosis

Patient communication

Education

OD license

DEA License

Job description

Location: Albuquerque, NM
Schedule: Part-Time (2 Days/ week)
Salary: $40.00 - $45.00 per patient

About Swift Optometry

Swift Optometry is a leading provider of comprehensive eye care services, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. We bring expert optometric care directly to the bedside, offering personalized and convenient solutions that prioritize resident well-being. Our skilled optometrists provide a wide range of services, from comprehensive eye exams and ocular disease management to vision correction and education, all while utilizing state-of-the-art equipment. Partnering with MedElite Healthcare Management Group, we ensure a seamless and integrated approach to healthcare, empowering seniors to live their lives to the fullest with clear, comfortable vision and the support they need to maintain their independence.

Job Summary

We are seeking a friendly and compassionate Optometrist to join our team. As an Optometrist, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care to patients in long-term care facilities. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients while working alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, comprehensive exams for glasses and contacts
• Perform dilated exams
• Provide diabetic evaluations
• Treatment of infection and injury
• Repair and equip patients with eyeglasses
• Proficient in the diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease
• Comfortable working with the geriatric population

Requirements

• OD license
• DEA License
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds and stand / walk / work on your feet up to 6-8 hours per day
• Competitive salary: $40.00 - $45.00 per patient
• Paid Time Off
• Malpractice Insurance

Why Work With Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors
• Enjoy work-life balance

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