Fee Basis Optometrist

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Fee Basis

Fee basis in a work context typically means being paid a fixed amount for a specific task or project, rather than an hourly wage or a fixed salary. This method of payment is often used for certain professional or administrative employees, or for independent contractors. The fee is agreed upon in advance and covers the entire scope of work, regardless of the time it takes to complete. Clinical:

• The fee-basis appointed optometrist provides high-quality patient care to outpatients, and limited inpatient care if assigned.
• Remains updated with the latest developments in managing and treating ocular diseases through continuing medical education and active state licensure as credentialed and privileged through SBY VA HCS.
• Integrates patient care activities within the Optometry Service and collaborates with other patient care programs of the medical center and the community as applicable.
• Demonstrates expertise in diagnosing and treating seriously ill, multi-symptomatic patients.
• Adapts schedules and assignments to meet frequent, unpredictable changes in workload and deadlines.
• Participates in multidisciplinary activities involving treatment plans, referrals, and coordination of care as applicable.
• Provides other clinical services as assigned, consistent with clinical privileges.

Administrative:

• Participate in various facility programs designed to enhance and improve the delivery of patient care services, quality, and patient safety.

Pay

Salary is paid based of Current Procedural Terminology (CPT) codes

Licensure

1 full and unrestricted license from any US State or territory

Malpractice

Free liability protection with tail coverage provided

Contract

No Physician Employment Contract and no significant restriction on moonlighting

Work Schedule

Negotiable