Optometrist

The Medserv Group; City of Schenectady (NY); On-site; USD 162,000 - 208,000; Part time

Job summary

The MedServ Group is seeking a Part-Time Optometrist to deliver comprehensive eye care to residents in Schenectady, NY. The role focuses on routine and medical eye exams, diagnosing ocular conditions, and prescribing corrective lenses within a collaborative health-care team.

Ideal candidates hold an OD from an accredited school and an active NYS license, with experience in geriatric care and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• OD degree from an accredited institution and current NYS license in good standing.
• Experience caring for geriatric populations is preferred.
• Strong clinical diagnostic and patient-care skills; ability to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations for residents of nursing facilities.
• Diagnose and manage common ocular conditions and prescribe eyewear as needed.
• Maintain EMRs and document promptly; educate patients on eye health and treatment.
• Collaborate with facility staff to coordinate resident care and ensure HIPAA compliance.

Skills

Geriatric care

Clinical diagnostics

Patient care

Communication

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

New York State license

Job description

Part-Time Optometrist

Schenectady, New York | Part-Time | Flexible Schedule

Position Overview

The MedServ Group is a growing medical practice that provides residents in skilled nursing facilities and long-term care settings with high-quality care. We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Part-Time Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care services to residents in the Schenectady, New York area. The Optometrist will perform routine and medical eye examinations, diagnose and manage ocular conditions, prescribe corrective lenses, and collaborate with healthcare staff to support residents’ visual health and quality of life.

Position Details

Position: Part-Time Optometrist

Location: Schenectady, New York and surrounding area

Schedule: Part-time, flexible schedule

Employment Type: 1099 Independent Contractor

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations for nursing home and long-term care residents.
• Diagnose and manage common eye conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye syndrome, and other age-related ocular diseases.
• Prescribe eyeglasses and other corrective lenses as appropriate.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and complete clinical documentation promptly.
• Educate patients on eye health, disease prevention, and treatment compliance.
• Collaborate with facility staff and other healthcare professionals to coordinate resident care.
• Follow applicable New York State requirements, HIPAA regulations, and federal healthcare standards.

Ideal Candidate

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Current New York 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 record (EMR) systems preferred.

Education & Credentials

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution and an active New York State optometry license in good standing are required.

Compensation

Per-Patient Option: $40–$45 per patient; approximately 22–25 patients per visit.

Percentage-of-Collections Option: 35%–40% of collections; approximately $1,050–$1,200 per visit when seeing 25 patients.

All clinicians engaged by The MedServ Group are 1099 independent contractors.