Optometrist

The MedServ Group; Town of Athens (NY); On-site; USD 55,104 - 61,992; Part time

Job summary

The MedServ Group is seeking a part-time Optometrist in the Town of Athens, NY. Ideal candidates will provide comprehensive eye care in Skilled Nursing Facilities, focusing on the health of elderly patients.

Responsibilities include performing eye exams, diagnosing ocular diseases, and providing patient education. Compensation is competitive, earning $40-$45 per patient or 35%-40% of collections. Flexible scheduling options are available, with work sessions typically Monday to Friday.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate with a wide range of patient personalities.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong sense of workplace professionalism and ethics.

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.

Skills

Communication skills

Customer-service orientation

Interpersonal skills

Education

Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree and active state license

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).