Optometrist

The MedServ Group; Lynchburg (VA); On-site; USD 11,718 - 13,950; Part time

Job summary

The MedServ Group in Lynchburg, Virginia, is seeking a part-time Optometrist to provide quality care in Skilled Nursing Facilities. You will conduct comprehensive eye exams and treat ocular diseases while offering pre and post-operative care to surgical patients.

The ideal candidate holds a Doctor of Optometry degree and possesses excellent communication skills, aiming to serve elderly patients with compassion.

This position offers flexible scheduling options and a competitive compensation of $40.00 - $45.00 per patient or a percentage of collections.

Qualifications

• Active state license required.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to communicate with diverse patient personalities.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye exams.
• Diagnose and treat ocular disease.
• Prescribe corrective lenses and medications.
• Provide pre and post-operative care.
• Counsel and educate patients on vision health.

Skills

Communication

Customer-service orientation

Patient education

Education

Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree

Job description

Optometrist

1 Visit Monthly

The MedServ Group

Part Time Compensation: $40.00 - $45.00 per patient or 35%-40% of collections ($1050-$1250 per visit).

The MedServ Group is a rapidly growing medical practice that provides residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities with top‑line care. We are currently searching for a talented optometrist to join our team! You will use your clinical and interpersonal skills to provide the highest quality of care to our patients. The ideal optometrist is confident, compassionate, and committed to delivering quality healthcare to the elderly population.

Optometrist Responsibilities

• Performing comprehensive eye exams.
• Diagnosing and assisting in the treatment of ocular disease.
• Prescribing corrective lenses or eye medications as needed.
• Providing pre and post-operative care to surgical patients.
• Promoting healthy vision by counseling and educating patients.

Optometrist Requirements

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree and active state license.
• Ability to communicate with a wide range of patient personalities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• A strong sense of workplace professionalism and personal ethics.
• Customer‑service orientation with excellent interpersonal skills.

General Information

• 7-8 hours visiting patients plus paperwork.
• Schedule: Monday‑Friday (typically 9:00 AM‑5:00 PM). Flexible schedules also available.
• 22‑25 patients per visit, preventative care.
• Part Time Compensation: $40.00 - $45.00 per patient or 35%-40% of collections ($1050-$1250 per visit).