Optometrist

Lasante-Health-Center; New York (NY); Presencial; USD 83.000 - 110.000; A tiempo parcial

Descripción de la vacante

LaSante Health Center is seeking an Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care in an FQHC setting on a per diem basis. The role focuses on delivering high-quality vision care while collaborating with primary care and specialty teams.

Responsibilities include performing eye exams, diagnosing conditions, prescribing lenses, and referencing complex cases to specialists. EHR documentation and patient education are essential.

Formación

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited program.
• Current New York State optometry license (or eligibility).
• Experience in outpatient or community health settings preferred.
• Strong communication and patient engagement skills.

Responsabilidades

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations and vision assessments.
• Diagnose and manage common eye conditions and vision disorders.
• Prescribe corrective lenses and contact lenses as appropriate.
• Identify and refer patients with complex or surgical needs to specialists.
• Educate patients on eye health, preventive care, and treatment plans.
• Document all encounters accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).

Conocimientos

Communication

Patient engagement

Outpatient experience

Educación

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree

New York State optometry license

Descripción del empleo

Salary: $60-80+/hr based on experience

LaSante Health Center is seeking an Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care services in a federally qualified health center (FQHC) setting on per diem basis. This per diem role focuses on delivering high-quality vision care while collaborating with primary care and specialty teams to support overall patient health.

Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations and vision assessments

• Diagnose and manage common eye conditions and vision disorders

• Prescribe corrective lenses and contact lenses as appropriate

• Identify and refer patients with complex or surgical needs to specialists

• Educate patients on eye health, preventive care, and treatment plans

• Document all encounters accurately in the electronic health record (EHR)

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited program

• Current New York State optometry license (or eligibility)

• Experience in outpatient or community health settings preferred

• Strong communication and patient engagement skills