Locum Optometry Physician

Coverage Details

Duration

Immediate start pending credentialing, with an initial commitment of 6 months and a potential for extension.

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Practice Setting

Outpatient Clinic.

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Schedule

Monday to Friday, 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Conduct routine eye examinations and contact lens fittings.
• Manage eye urgencies and emergencies.
• Provide medical optometry services with a focus on red eye conditions.
• Patient demographic: Ages 5 and above.
• Frequent dilation procedures expected.
• Proficient in glaucoma management preferred; surgical procedures are not part of the role.
• Experience with specialty contact lenses is desirable. Glaucoma certification is advantageous but not mandatory.

Call and Patient Care

• No on-call responsibilities.
• Patient load is estimated at 18 scheduled patients per day.

Team Configuration

• Supported by a full complement of staff, including administrative support, to streamline operations.

Technology

• EMR utilized: EPIC.

Compensation Structure

• Hourly rate, all-inclusive.

Credentialing Process

• Estimated timeframe for credentialing is approximately 60 days following application submission.

Licensure and Certifications

• Active California optometry license is mandatory.
• Board certification and BLS certification (American Heart Association) are required; optometry residency is preferable but not essential.