Per Diem Optometrist: Community Eye Care

Lasante-Health-Center; New York (NY); On-site; USD 83,000 - 110,000; Part time

Job summary

LaSante Health Center is seeking an Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care in an FQHC setting on a per diem basis. The role focuses on delivering high-quality vision care while collaborating with primary care and specialty teams.

Responsibilities include performing eye exams, diagnosing conditions, prescribing lenses, and referencing complex cases to specialists. EHR documentation and patient education are essential.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited program.
• Current New York State optometry license (or eligibility).
• Experience in outpatient or community health settings preferred.
• Strong communication and patient engagement skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations and vision assessments.
• Diagnose and manage common eye conditions and vision disorders.
• Prescribe corrective lenses and contact lenses as appropriate.
• Identify and refer patients with complex or surgical needs to specialists.
• Educate patients on eye health, preventive care, and treatment plans.
• Document all encounters accurately in the electronic health record (EHR).

Skills

Communication

Patient engagement

Outpatient experience

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree

New York State optometry license

Job description

LaSante Health Center is seeking an Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care in an FQHC setting on a per diem basis. The role focuses on delivering high-quality vision care while collaborating with primary care and specialty teams.

Responsibilities include performing eye exams, diagnosing conditions, prescribing lenses, and referencing complex cases to specialists. EHR documentation and patient education are essential.