Optometrist

Valley-Health-Partners; Allentown (Lehigh County); On-site; USD 80,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision plans

403b Retirement Plan

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Valley-Health-Partners seeks an Optometrist for the Community Vision Center in Allentown, PA. The role involves patient care, conducting eye exams, diagnosing ocular diseases, and prescribing vision aids. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Optometry degree and a current PA Optometry license.

Benefits include medical and dental plans, 403b retirement with employer match, and paid time off. Previous experience in a medically underserved community is preferred, making this a rewarding position in community health.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry program.
• Current PA Optometry license.
• Willingness to obtain CPR Certification upon hire.

Responsibilities

• Responsible for patient care in general Optometry.
• Conducts eye exams using optometric equipment.
• Prescribes and adjusts eyeglasses and contacts.

Skills

Optometry

Patient care

Ocular disease diagnosis

Eyeglasses fitting

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree

Board Certification in Optometry

Job description

Optometrist

Location: Community Vision Center - Allentown, PA

Job Summary: The Optometrist will be responsible for the care, direction, and progression of patient care in the area of general Optometry in the outpatient setting of the Community Vision Center within Valley Health Partners Community Health Center (VHP). Responsible for offering high quality eye and vision care with thorough examination and comprehensive treatments. Conducts eye exams using optometric equipment and general diagnostic interpretation. Diagnoses and treats ocular disease. Prescribes, fits, and adjusts eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision aids. Directs staff and assists in the development of the overall practice.

Minimum qualifications: Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry program.

Preferred qualifications: Two years’ of optometrist experience, preferred. More than two years’ of optometrist experience in a medically needed and underserved community in a Community Health Center or Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC), preferred.

Training: Board Certification in Optometry

Licensure / Certifications: Current PA Optometry license. Willingness to obtain CPR Certification upon hire.

Benefits:

• Choice of medical, dental, and vision plans with great coverage at VERY affordable rates.
• 403b Retirement Plan with employer match
• Paid Time Off for holidays, vacation, sick & personal days
• Employee Assistance Program
• Tuition Reimbursement

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