Optometrist

Paeyemds; Moline (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Part time

Job summary

A leading healthcare provider is seeking a part-time Optometrist at the East Moline Correctional Center. The role offers flexible hours, guaranteed pay, and unique opportunities to practice without the overhead associated with traditional settings. Applicants must hold a valid Optometry license and have CPR certification, along with experience in patient examination and care.

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Company paid medical malpractice insurance

Guaranteed hourly pay

Qualifications

• Current state Optometry license required.
• CPR certification must be up to date.
• At least three years of experience in practicing optometry.

Responsibilities

• Examine patients' eyes to detect signs of injury, disease, or defects.
• Prescribe glasses and contact lenses based on examination results.
• Communicate patient histories and utilize specialist equipment.

Skills

Patient Communication

Eye Examination

Diagnosis and Testing

Education

Optometry License

Current CPR Certification

Minimum Three Years Practicing Optometry

Job description

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POSITION: Optometrist Part Time Very Flexible
HOURS: Once/Week or Twice/Monthly
FACILITY: East Moline Correctional Center Medical Unit
LOCATION: East Moline, IL
COMPENSATION: $120/hour GUARANTEED 1099
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Extra income, extraordinary experience.

• Guaranteed hourly pay
  
• Unique opportunity to practice in ways you never expected
  
• Autonomy
  
• No insurance billing! No overhead
  
• Company paid medical malpractice insurance
  
• Flexible schedule
  

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Wexford Health Sources, Inc. is one of the nation's largest correctional health care providers. Over the past 30 years, our team of dedicated clinical professionals has helped literally millions of justice-involved patients receive life-changing medical and mental health services.

For three decades, Wexford Health has served the Dept of Corrections as Illinois exclusive medical partner.

At Wexford Health our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need and the corrections environment is our venue.

POSITION SUMMARY

The Optometrist is responsible for examining eyes, administering sight tests, giving advice on visual problems and prescribing and fitting glasses or contact lenses. The proper candidate will also work effectively with patients, medical and nursing staff, security staff at all levels, administrative and support staff and consulting physicians.

DUTIES/RESPONSIBILITIES

Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:

Examines the eyes of patients of all ages to detect signs of injury, disease, abnormality and defects in vision.

Checks for signs and symptoms of general health conditions.

Communicates with patients to get detailed case histories.

Uses specialist electronic equipment for diagnosis and testing.

Writes prescriptions for glasses, contact lenses and other optical appliances.

Other duties as required and/or assigned.

The duties and responsibilities outlined herein are for payroll purposes only; employees may be assigned other duties as required.

Minimum Requirements:

LICENSING: Must have a current state Optometry license.

CERTIFICATION: Current CPR certification.

EDUCATION: Minimum three (3) years practicing optometry.

PREFERRED EXPERIENCE:

• Skilled in recognizing the symptoms of shock and fainting.
  
• Must be prepared to provide necessary aid and directed during procedures.
  

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