Optometrist- Geisinger Lewistown near State College Pennsylvania

MedChi, The Maryland State Medical Society; Lewistown (Mifflin County); On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading healthcare organization seeks an Optometrist to join their Lewistown Eye Clinic, a branch of a renowned Eye Institute. The role involves diagnosing eye diseases, managing patient treatments, and requires a Doctoral Degree in Optometry along with a Pennsylvania medical license. The position is supported by a team of ophthalmic technicians and offers a competitive salary with a comprehensive benefits package.

Benefits

Generous salaried package

Paid time off

Malpractice insurance

CME days with allowance

Retirement plan

Relocation assistance

Qualifications

• Licensed Medical Doctor in Pennsylvania required.
• Experience or Residency training preferred.
• Ability to perform minor surgical procedures.

Responsibilities

• Examine and diagnose eye diseases like glaucoma and cataracts.
• Design treatment plans for visual conditions.
• Work closely with ophthalmologists to manage patient care.

Skills

Diagnostic Testing

Patient Management

Eye Disease Diagnosis

Education

Doctoral Degree in Optometry

Job description

Job Summary
Job Duties

Geisinger's Eye Institute has an opening to join our Lewistown/State College team.

Job details

• Geisinger's Lewistown Eye Clinic is a satellite branch of the well-renowned Geisinger Eye Institute: a driven, successful, and growing multi-specialty group integrating both optometric and ophthalmologic services.
• Ability to take on a growing practice complete with onsite Comprehensive Ophthalmology, Cataract, and Pediatric services, as well as a built-in referral network to offsite Retina, Glaucoma, Oculoplastics, and other subspecialties.
• Experience or Residency training preferred.
• Our highly trained Optometrists practice medical optometry, to the highest scope of practice, working closely and co-managing patients with our ophthalmologists.
• State-of-the-art diagnostic testing.
• Position supported by ophthalmic technicians who will provide patient work-up and testing.
• Competitive straight salary benefit.

Compensation and Benefits

• Generous salaried package includes paid time off.
• Full benefits with retirement plan.
• Relocation assistance.

• Malpractice insurance & CME days with allowance.

For more information, please contact Geisinger Physician Recruiter: Sarah Lipka, [e-mail]

An optometrist is a doctor of optometry, an OD. A healthcare professional licensed to provide primary eye care services. They examine and diagnose eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal diseases; diagnose related systemic conditions such as hypertension and diabetes that may affect the eyes; examine, diagnose, and treat visual conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia; and prescribe glasses, contact lenses, low-vision rehabilitation, and medications. Optometrists also perform minor surgical procedures such as the removal of foreign bodies.

• Interview patients to obtain information such as symptoms, medical histories, and family histories. Perform and/or interpret diagnostic tests as needed.
• Diagnose and design a treatment plan for injuries and/or illnesses. May prescribe or administer medications. Prepare, maintain, and review records that include patients' histories, examination findings, treatment plans, or outcomes.

Work is typically performed in a clinical and office environment. Accountable for satisfying all job-specific obligations and complying with all organization policies and procedures. The specific statements in this profile are not intended to be all-inclusive. They represent typical elements considered necessary to successfully perform the job. Additional competencies outlined in any department-specific orientation will be considered essential to the performance of the job related to that position.

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Education: Doctoral Degree-Optometry (Required)

Experience and Certification: Licensed Medical Doctor - State of Pennsylvania

Our purpose & values: Everything we do is about caring for our patients, our members, our students, our Geisinger family, and our communities. We strive to treat everyone with kindness, pursue excellence, share knowledge, seek innovation, and ensure safety. We offer healthcare benefits from day one, including vision, dental, and domestic partner coverage. We promote a collaborative, inclusive environment and are an equal opportunity employer. Women and minorities are encouraged to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration without discrimination based on race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.