Optometrist

About the role

Our Client is seeking compassionate and licensed Optometrists (OD) for multiple opportunities throughout Arizona, New York, and Florida. Both Full-Time and Part-Time positions are available, with opportunities for candidates seeking either Independent Contractor or Employee status.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations for patients of all ages.
• Diagnose and manage refractive errors, ocular diseases, and vision disorders.
• Prescribe corrective lenses and other vision correction solutions.
• Evaluate patients for common eye diseases including glaucoma, cataracts, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration.
• Develop individualized treatment and follow-up care plans.
• Educate patients regarding eye health, preventative care, and vision management.
• Refer patients to ophthalmologists or other specialists when medically appropriate.
• Utilize portable optometric diagnostic equipment provided by Our Client.
• Maintain accurate patient medical records and clinical documentation.
• Perform visual acuity testing and ocular health assessments.
• Monitor treatment outcomes and adjust care plans when necessary.
• Maintain compliance with established clinical protocols and quality standards.
• Deliver professional optometric services within government-operated healthcare facilities.
• Provide vision care services in: Correctional Facilities, Juvenile Detention Centers, County Healthcare Facilities, U.S. Military Installations, Hospital-Based Institutional Clinics, and Other Government Healthcare Environments.
• Maintain professionalism while working within secure institutional settings.
• Collaborate with healthcare teams, nursing staff, and facility administrators to coordinate patient care.
• Complete all required patient documentation accurately and promptly.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations.
• Follow HIPAA guidelines and all applicable healthcare privacy standards.
• Maintain current licensure and required certifications.

Required Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited Optometry School.
• Active Optometrist License in the applicable state or eligibility to obtain licensure.
• DEA Registration (if required by assignment).
• Previous Optometry experience preferred but not required.
• Experience within hospitals, government facilities, correctional healthcare, military healthcare, or institutional environments is a plus.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply where applicable.

Required Skills

• Comprehensive Eye Examinations
• Diagnosis & Treatment of Vision Disorders
• Ocular Disease Management
• Patient Evaluation & Clinical Documentation
• Portable Diagnostic Equipment
• Clinical Decision Making
• Patient Education
• Government & Institutional Healthcare
• Electronic Medical Records (EMR)
• Strong Communication & Interpersonal Skills

Work Schedule

• Fully Available
• Flexible Scheduling Available
• Independent Contractor or Employee Status Available
• Day Shift Schedules

Compensation

Compensation is competitive and will be based on: Experience, Licensure, Assignment Type, Geographic Location, and Employment Status (Employee or Independent Contractor).

Training & Support

• Comprehensive Onsite Training
• Orientation to Portable Optometry Equipment
• Clinical Support
• Ongoing Provider Assistance
• Flexible Assignment Opportunities

Why Join Our Client?

• Over 30 years of experience providing institutional optometric services.
• Nationwide provider network covering every U.S. state.
• More than 400 Optometrists have successfully worked with Our Client.
• Flexible scheduling with Full-Time and Part-Time opportunities.
• Employee and Independent Contractor options available.
• Competitive compensation based on experience.
• Onsite training with portable diagnostic technology.
• Diverse government and institutional healthcare environments.
• Opportunity to build a long-term relationship with an established national healthcare organization.