Optometrist
The MedServ Group•Syracuse, NY
•$1,050 - $1,250•Onsite
About The Position
The MedServ Group is seeking an Optometrist to provide care to residents in Skilled Nursing Facilities, primarily serving the elderly population. The role involves conducting preventative care visits, typically seeing 22–25 patients per visit. Visits generally include 7–8 hours of patient care plus paperwork. The position is listed as part-time, with visits scheduled one or two times monthly. Compensation is $40–$45 per patient or 35%–40% of collections, stated as approximately $1,050–$1,250 per visit.
Requirements
- Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree and an active state license.
- Ability to communicate with patients with a wide range of personalities.
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
- Strong workplace professionalism and personal ethics.
- Customer-service orientation and excellent interpersonal skills.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive eye examinations.
- Diagnose ocular diseases and assist with their treatment.
- Prescribe corrective lenses or eye medications as needed.
- Provide pre- and post-operative care to surgical patients.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Part-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
