Optometrist

The MedServ Group; Asheville (NC); On-site; USD 180,000 - 236,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

Independent contractor (1099)

Job summary

The MedServ Group is seeking a Part-Time Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care to nursing home residents. You will perform routine and medical eye examinations, diagnose and manage ocular conditions, and collaborate with healthcare staff to enhance residents' visual health and quality of life.

The role requires a Doctor of Optometry and a current state license, with geriatric experience preferred. You will work independently within a multidisciplinary team and adhere to EMR documentation

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Current state optometry license in good standing.
• Experience working with geriatric populations preferred.
• Strong clinical diagnostic and patient care skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive eye examinations for nursing home residents.
• Diagnosing and managing common eye conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye syndrome, and other age-related ocular diseases.
• Prescribing eyeglasses as needed.
• Maintaining accurate electronic medical records and complete documentation promptly.
• Educating patients on eye health, disease prevention, and treatment compliance.
• Follow VA policies, HIPAA regulations, and federal healthcare standards.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Geriatric care

EMR familiarity

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Tools

EMR software

Job description

The MedServ Group

Compensation: $1125.00 per day (22-25 patients per visit)

Part-Time Optometrist - Nursing Home

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Part-Time Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care services to residents in a nursing home and long-term care setting. The Optometrist will perform routine and medical eye examinations, diagnose and manage ocular conditions, prescribe corrective lenses, and collaborate with healthcare staff to enhance residents' visual health and quality of life.

Optometrist Responsibilities

• Conducting comprehensive eye examinations for nursing home residents.
• Diagnosing and managing common eye conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye syndrome, and other age-related ocular diseases.
• Prescribing eyeglasses as needed.
• Maintaining accurate electronic medical records and complete documentation promptly.
• Educating patients on eye health, disease prevention, and treatment compliance.
• Follow VA policies, HIPAA regulations, and federal healthcare standards.

Optometrist Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Current state optometry license in good standing.
• Experience working with geriatric populations preferred.
• Strong clinical diagnostic and patient care skills.
• Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.

General Information

• Part-time flexible schedule.
• Per patient Option: $1125.00 per day (22-25 patients per visit)
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• All doctors are 1099 (independent contractors)