Optometrist

MedElite Group, LLC.; Springfield (VT); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance Stipend

Paid Time Off

Malpractice Insurance

Job summary

Swift Optometry is seeking a friendly and compassionate Optometrist to join our team and deliver high-quality, patient-centered eye care to seniors residing in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. You will perform routine and dilated exams, evaluate ocular health, and collaborate with a dedicated multidisciplinary team to improve residents’ vision and overall well‑being.

This full-time position is on-site in Springfield, VT with a competitive per-patient salary of $40.00–$45.00, along

Qualifications

• OD license.
• DEA license.
• Ability to lift at least 20 pounds and stand/walk/work on feet up to 6–8 hours daily.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, comprehensive eye exams for glasses and contacts.
• Conduct dilated eye exams.
• Provide diabetic evaluations.
• Treat infections and injuries of the eye.
• Repair and fit eyeglasses for patients.
• Diagnose and manage ocular disease.
• Care for geriatric patients in long-term care facilities.

Job description

Location: Springfield, VT
Schedule: Full-Time
Salary: $40.00 - $45.00 per patient

About Swift Optometry

Swift Optometry is a leading provider of comprehensive eye care services, dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for seniors in skilled nursing and long-term care facilities. We bring expert optometric care directly to the bedside, offering personalized and convenient solutions that prioritize resident well-being. Our skilled optometrists provide a wide range of services, from comprehensive eye exams and ocular disease management to vision correction and education, all while utilizing state-of-the-art equipment. Partnering with MedElite Healthcare Management Group, we ensure a seamless and integrated approach to healthcare, empowering seniors to live their lives to the fullest with clear, comfortable vision and the support they need to maintain their independence.

Job Summary

We are seeking a friendly and compassionate Optometrist to join our team. As an Optometrist, you will play a crucial role in providing comprehensive care to patients in long-term care facilities. This is an exciting opportunity to make a difference in the lives of patients while working alongside a dedicated team of healthcare professionals.

Responsibilities

• Perform routine, comprehensive exams for glasses and contacts
• Perform dilated exams
• Provide diabetic evaluations
• Treatment of infection and injury
• Repair and equip patients with eyeglasses
• Proficient in the diagnosis and treatment of ocular disease
• Comfortable working with the geriatric population

Requirements

• OD license
• DEA License
• Must be able to lift a minimum of 20 pounds and stand / walk / work on your feet up to 6-8 hours per day
• Competitive salary: $40.00 - $45.00 per patient
• Health Insurance Stipend
• Paid Time Off
• Malpractice Insurance

Why Work With Us?

• Make a meaningful impact on the lives of seniors
• Enjoy work-life balance

Equal Opportunity Employer

Swift Optometry is an equal-opportunity employer. We value diverse backgrounds and experiences and do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or other protected characteristics.