Optometrist

Lehigh Valley Health Network, Inc.; Bethlehem Township (PA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Attractive work schedule

Highly competitive compensation with a

Low-cost health insurance foremployees

CME reimbursement and time outside of

Matching 403b and a defined pension

APC Mentorship Program

Job summary

Lehigh Valley Health Network's LVPG Ophthalmology is expanding its ophthalmology practice in Bethlehem Township. We seek a motivated Doctor of Optometry to perform comprehensive eye exams, monitor ocular diseases, and provide post-operative care in a collaborative specialty setting.

You will join a team of ophthalmologists and optometrists dedicated to patient-centered care, using advanced diagnostic equipment to address medical complexities.

Qualifications

• NBEO certification/eligibility is required.
• ABO certification or eligibility preferred.
• Current PA medical license or ability to obtain one is required.

Responsibilities

• The optometrist will perform comprehensive eye exams and ocular disease management.
• Provide post-operative care and follow-up for surgical patients.
• Collaborate with a team of ophthalmologists and optometrists to optimize patient outcomes.

Education

NBEO

ABO Board Eligible or Board Certified

PA Medical License

Job description

Imagine a career at one of the nation’s most advanced health networks.

Be part of an exceptional health care experience. Join the inspired, passionate team at Lehigh Valley Health Network, a nationally recognized, forward-thinking organization offering plenty of opportunity to do great work.

LVHN has been ranked among the “Best Hospitals” by U.S. News & World Report for 23 consecutive years. We’re a Magnet(tm) Hospital, having been honored five times with the American Nurses Credentialing Center’s prestigious distinction for nursing excellence and quality patient outcomes in our Lehigh Valley region. Finally, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Cedar Crest, Lehigh Valley Hospital - Muhlenberg, Lehigh Valley Hospital- Hazleton, and Lehigh Valley Hospital - Pocono each received an ‘A’ grade on the Hospital Safety Grade from The Leapfrog Group in 2020, the highest grade in patient safety. These recognitions highlight LVHN’s commitment to teamwork, compassion, and technology with an unrelenting focus on delivering the best health care possible every day.

Whether you’re considering your next career move or your first, you should consider Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Specialty:

At Lehigh Valley Institute for Surgical Excellence, you’ll be part of a team that is setting the bar forimproved outcomes, efficiency of care and colleague and patient satisfaction.

LVPG Ophthalmology is expanding its services and looking to add a motivated and compassionate doctor to work cohesively within a dynamic comprehensive medical/surgical ophthalmology practice. The practice is currently comprised of two general ophthalmologists, one cornea specialist, one glaucoma specialist, one retina specialist, and two optometrists. The practice has a large emphasis on proper medical management and care, is equipped with a robust arsenal of diagnostic equipment to address our patient’s medical complexities. The optometrist will perform comprehensive eye exams, monitor and treat ocular diseases, and provide post operative care.

Job Qualifications:

• NBEO (National Board of Examiners in Optometry)
• ABO (American Board if Optometry) Board Eligible or Board Certified
• A current PA Medical License or ability to obtain one is required

Benefits:

• Attractive workschedule
• Highly Competitive Compensation with a superb benefits package
• Low-cost health insurance for employees
• CME reimbursement and time outside of normal PTO to take classes, attend conferences etc.
• Matching 403b and a defined pension program
• APC Mentorship Program

Lehigh Valley Health Network is an equal opportunity employer. In accordance with, and where applicable, in addition to federal, state and local employment regulations, Lehigh Valley Health Network will provide employment opportunities to all persons without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or other such protected classes as may be defined by law. All personnel actions and programs will adhere to this policy. Personnel actions and programs include, but are not limited to recruitment, selection, hiring, transfers, promotions, terminations, compensation, benefits, educational programs and/or social activities.

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Work Shift:

Day Shift

Address:

2101 Emrick Blvd

Primary Location:

Health Center at Bethlehem Township

Position Type:

Onsite

Union:

Not Applicable

Department:

1012-65128 LVPG-L Ophthalmology - Fogelsville