Optometrist: Sign-On Bonus, Relocation & Growth

Community-Health-Centers-of-the-Rutland-Regio; Rutland (VT); On-site; USD 220,000 - 350,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

$50,000 Sign On Bonus

Up to $10k relocation expenses

Malpractice insurance covered

Competitive salary based on experience

Job summary

Community Health Centers of the Rutland Region is seeking an Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care at our Rutland, Vermont locations. The role includes diagnosing vision conditions, prescribing lenses, and ensuring eye health across diverse patient populations.

The candidate should be skilled in patient communication and up-to-date with current optometric practices. Relocation and sign-on bonuses are available, along with a collaborative, multi-site team environment.

Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will have excellent communication skills, a passion for patient care, and up-to-date knowledge of optometric practices.
• Licensed optometrist with current credentials and eligibility to practice in Vermont.

Responsibilities

• Conduct thorough eye exams to assess vision and detect ocular diseases or abnormalities.
• Diagnose and treat common eye conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness, astigmatism, and presbyopia.
• Prescribe corrective lenses (glasses and contact lenses) and offer recommendations on proper use and maintenance.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing eye surgery or treatments.
• Manage and monitor patients with chronic eye conditions like glaucoma, macular degeneration, and diabetic retinopathy.
• Educate patients on eye health, preventive care, and lifestyle choices to maintain optimal vision.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records using EMR system.
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as ophthalmologists and primary care physicians, to coordinate patient care.
• Stay informed on new advancements in optometry and implement best practices.
• Handle patient inquiries regarding insurance and billing for eye exams and vision correction products.

Skills

Eye exams

Ocular disease detection

Prescribe lenses

Pre- and post-operative care

Chronic eye condition management

Patient education

EMR system usage

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Continuing education

Insurance & billing assistance

Job description

Community Health Centers of the Rutland Region is seeking an Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care at our Rutland, Vermont locations. The role includes diagnosing vision conditions, prescribing lenses, and ensuring eye health across diverse patient populations.

The candidate should be skilled in patient communication and up-to-date with current optometric practices. Relocation and sign-on bonuses are available, along with a collaborative, multi-site team environment.