Optometrist

The MedServ Group; Sylva (NC); On-site; USD 11,718 - 13,392; Part time

Job summary

The MedServ Group is seeking a compassionate Part-Time Optometrist to deliver comprehensive eye care for nursing home residents. You will perform eye examinations, diagnose conditions, and prescribe corrective lenses while collaborating with healthcare staff.

This role offers flexible part-time hours with compensation options based on patient visits or collections. Strong communication and independent work skills are required, along with an OD degree and valid state license.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Current state optometry license in good standing.
• Experience working with geriatric populations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations for nursing home residents.
• Diagnose and manage common eye conditions.
• Prescribe eyeglasses as needed.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records.
• Educate patients on eye health.
• Follow VA policies and HIPAA regulations.

Skills

Clinical diagnostic skills

Patient care skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Ability to work independently

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree

Current state optometry license

Tools

Electronic medical records (EMR)

Job description

The MedServ Group

Part-Time Optometrist – Nursing Home

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Part-Time Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care services to residents in a nursing home and long‑term care setting. The Optometrist will perform routine and medical eye examinations, diagnose and manage ocular conditions, prescribe corrective lenses, and collaborate with healthcare staff to enhance residents' visual health and quality of life.

Optometrist Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations for nursing home 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 as needed.
• Maintain accurate electronic medical records and complete documentation promptly.
• Educate patients on eye health, disease prevention, and treatment compliance.
• Follow VA policies, HIPAA regulations, and federal healthcare standards.

Optometrist Qualifications

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

General Information

• Part‑time flexible schedule.
• Per patient option: $40–$45 per patient (22–25 patients per visit).
• Percentage Pay option: 35%–40% of collections (around $1050–$1200 per visit for 25 patients).
• All doctors are 1099 (independent contractors).