Locum Tenens Optometrist - Lame Deer, MT - FT

Contract Length: 1 year with option to extend

Compensation: $110/hour (1099)

Malpractice: Covered

Start Date: As soon as credentialed

Requirements:

Doctor of Optometry

Permanent, current, full and unrestricted license to practice Optometry in a state, District of Columbia, the Commonwealth of Puerto Rico, or a territory of the United States.

(Preferred) Board Certified in Optometry

Active BLS certification

2 years minimum experience in Optometry

Responsibilities:

Provide comprehensive Optometry care utilizing the supplied facilities, equipment and support services.

Examine, diagnose, and develop treatment plans and recommendations for patients seen.

Recommend and refer patients to other affiliated providers and Purchased Referred Care vendors within appropriate guidelines.

Capable of responding to rapidly changing and unexpected needs for temporary coverage within a service unit.

Advise the Clinical Director or designated representative of any problems encountered in connection with meeting the patient's care needs.

Participate in quality assurance activities that ensure quality patient care as well as efficient use of hospital resources. These activities may include chart review and discussion with the Clinical Director or his designee.

Develop a working understanding of the Joint Commission standards, the Centers for Disease Control guidelines and Association of Infection Control guidelines.

Complete all required administrative paperwork within 24- hours of patient visit to include electronic consultations, co-signatures, completion of chart or Risk Management Reviews, unusual occurrences and peer review, as required.

Provide consultation to the Hospital Emergency Department health care providers on an as needed basis.

Provide Optometry services and staff urgent care clinics, as needed at 2 other locations.