Optometrist

$1,125 - $1,125/dayPart Time On Site 2-5 yrsPosted 26 days ago

Optometrist · $1,125 - $1,125/day

About the role

The Optometrist will conduct comprehensive eye examinations and manage ocular conditions for nursing home residents. They will also prescribe corrective lenses and maintain accurate electronic medical records while collaborating with healthcare staff.

The MedServ Group Compensation

$1125.00 per day (22-25 patients per visit)

Part-Time Optometrist – Nursing Home We are seeking a compassionate and skilled Part-Time Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care services to residents in a nursing home and long-term care setting. The Optometrist will perform routine and medical eye examinations, diagnose and manage ocular conditions, prescribe corrective lenses, and collaborate with healthcare staff to enhance residents' visual health and quality of life.

Optometrist Responsibilities Conducting comprehensive eye examinations for nursing home residents.

Diagnosing and managing common eye conditions, including cataracts, glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, dry eye syndrome, and other age-related ocular diseases.

Prescribing eyeglasses as needed.

Maintaining accurate electronic medical records and complete documentation promptly.

Educating patients on eye health, disease prevention, and treatment compliance.

Follow VA policies, HIPAA regulations, and federal healthcare standards.

Optometrist Qualifications Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution.

Current state optometry license in good standing.

Experience working with geriatric populations preferred.

Strong clinical diagnostic and patient care skills.

Ability to work independently and effectively within a multidisciplinary healthcare team.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Familiarity with electronic medical records (EMR) systems preferred.

General Information Part-time flexible schedule. Per patient Option

$1125.00 per day (22-25 patients per visit) patients) All doctors are 1099 (independent contractors)

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree and possess a current state optometry license in good standing. Experience working with geriatric populations and familiarity with electronic medical records are preferred.

postgraduate degree
EMR
Communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Patient care
Electronic medical records
HIPAA compliance
Optometry
Geriatric care
Eye examinations
Clinical diagnostics
Ocular disease management
Prescribing corrective lenses

Posting details

Employment type: Part Time
Work arrangement: On Site
Experience: 2-5 yrs
Salary: $1,125 - $1,125/day
Location: Pensacola, Florida
Posted: Aug 14, 2026
Closes: Nov 12, 2026
Application: Employer website

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