Optometrist – FCC-Pollock, Pollock, LA

Fidelity Partners•Pollock, LA

13h•$85 - $90•Onsite

About The Position

Optometrist – FCC-Pollock, Pollock, LA Work Location Bureau of Prisons Federal Correctional Complex-Pollock 1000 Airbase Road Pollock, LA 71467 Citizenship Requirements: Must be a U.S. Citizen. Clearance Requirements: National Background Check with Inquiries and Fingerprints, and Drug Screen. Period of Performance: Estimated: 01 May 2026 – 31 December 2030 Type of Employment: Full-Time, not to exceed 40 hours per week. Estimated Pay: $85.00 to $90.00 per hour Employment Type: Independent Contractor (1099). Working Hours The Optometrist will work Monday through Friday (excluding Federal holidays), between the hours of 7:30 am and 4:00 pm, typically consisting of eight (8) one-hour sessions per day. The facility's needs will vary depending on workload, but the Optometrist is anticipated to provide an average of 40 sessions per week. Summary of Duties: The Optometrist will perform eye examinations and refractions, provide prescriptions for eyeglasses and, in some instances, contact lenses, and fit and adjust eyeglasses. In an emergency, the contractor may be required to provide eyeglasses and/or the repair of eyeglasses. Attire The Optometrist is required to wear appropriate professional attire for the work environment. This includes business attire or scrubs (black and blue scrub uniforms are approved). The attire worn shall also be appropriate for the correctional environment in which the contract employee will be performing. Jeans (of any color), low-cut blouses, T-shirts, sandals (of any type), tank tops, and sweatpants/shirts are not considered appropriate professional attire. Federal Medical Center-Jesup will not be responsible for providing a uniform allowance.

Requirements

Be a graduate of an accredited school of optometry.
Possess an expanded optometry license that permits the prescription of legend ophthalmologic medications.
Possess a valid and current license to practice optometry in the State of Louisiana.
Must possess a minimum of one(1) year of experience in optometry.
Copies of all certifications and resumes must be forwarded with your application.
Must be a U.S. Citizen.
Must pass a National Background Check with Inquiries and Fingerprints, and Drug Screen.

Responsibilities

Conduct detailed assessments of the eyes, including testing peripheral vision, eye muscle function, and the retina, cornea, and optic nerve condition.
This involves using advanced diagnostic tools, such as slit lamps and visual field analyzers.
Write eye prescriptions based on the eye exam.
Use of High-Tech Diagnostic Tools: Advanced imaging systems like optical coherent tomography (OCT) are employed to monitor and diagnose retinal and optic nerve issues precisely.
Use Slit Lamp Biomicroscope for anterior and posterior segment evaluation.
Use the Manual Keratometer for corneal curvature measurement.
Use a direct ophthalmoscope for the interior retinal examination.
Use Handheld Tonometer (e.g., Tono-Pen) for measuring intraocular pressure
Developed personalized treatment plans for patients diagnosed with dry eye syndrome, diabetic retinopathy, or refractive errors.
Identifying cases that require surgical intervention (e.g., cataract surgery) and referring patients to ophthalmologists.
Fit specialty lenses for patients with unique needs, such as rigid gas permeable lenses for keratoconus or multifocal lenses for presbyopia.
Offering guidance on how to properly use, store, and care for contact lenses, ensuring patients avoid risks like eye infections.
Diabetes and Eye Health Screenings: Collaborating with other departments to manage diabetes-related vision risks and conduct screenings for early detection of complications.
Providing therapy for patients with binocular vision disorders or focusing problems, which can improve learning and daily activities.
Documenting electronic health system patient histories, treatment plans, and follow-up results.
Providing virtual consultations to patients facing transportation challenges or living in remote areas.