Optometrist

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Optometrist Primary Eye Care

Make an impact in a new clinic location with a MondayFriday, 8:00 AM5:00 PM schedule, no weekends, and no call. This clinic-based Optometrist role offers a $1.00 hourly pay rate, weekly direct-deposit pay, W-2 medical benefits, and access to a strong ophthalmology referral network. Coverage begins 10/28/2026, with candidates able to commit to 34 weeks per month or full-time schedules encouraged to apply.

Location: Chalmette, Louisiana

Start Date: 10/28/2026

Shift: Days, MondayFriday, 8:00 AM5:00 PM

Hours/Week: 40 hours

License/Certs: Full PCF enrollment required during credentialing

Experience: Contact lens practice and ocular disease experience preferred, but not required

Pay & Benefits

Hourly Pay Rate: $1.00/hour
Competitive pay packages
Weekly pay via direct deposit
Comprehensive W-2 medical benefits
Robust referral bonus program
24/7 dedicated support throughout the assignment
Paid sick time in accordance with applicable state, federal, and local laws
Licensure, certification, travel, and other reimbursements when applicable

What You'll Do

Provide primary eye care services in a clinic-based optometry setting.
Evaluate and manage patients within the Department of Ophthalmology's optometry practice.
Support an average volume of approximately 20 patients per day.
Assess and address routine vision and eye-care needs.
Collaborate closely with ophthalmologists and other eye-care specialists.
Participate in an integrated practice model with internal referrals.
Provide care during scheduled weekday clinic hours without weekend or call responsibilities.

What You Need

Required

Ability to complete full PCF enrollment during credentialing.
Ability to commit to 34 weeks per month or a full-time schedule.
Ability to work MondayFriday, 8:00 AM5:00 PM.

Preferred

Experience in contact lens practice.
Experience with ocular disease.

About the Assignment Join a new clinic location at a leading facility in Chalmette, Louisiana. The assignment offers an integrated optometry and ophthalmology practice model, close collaboration with ophthalmologists, and access to support from eye-care specialists and subspecialists. Apply today to be considered for this Optometrist opportunity. VHS is an Equal Opportunity Employer ("EEO")/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/E-Verify Employer and welcomes all to apply #LiveYourLife.

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