Optometrist Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring an Optometrist for a temporary assignment in Houlton, Maine. These positions are 26-week locum tenens contracts with the ability to extend. Responsibilities for an Optometrist: Provide quality eye care and emergency optometric treatment in an FQHC/community clinic setting Examine eyes and visual systems, diagnose problems or impairments, and prescribe corrective lenses Prescribe therapeutic drugs to treat specific eye conditions as needed See an average of 16 patients per day across two clinic campuses Work a 4-day schedule (Tuesday–Friday), rotating between two campuses: South Patten on Tuesdays and Houlton on Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays Utilize Athena EMR for all charting and documentation; must be capable of independent charting without reliance on support staff Collaborate with support staff including 1 Optometric Technician and 1 Optician Maintain Board Certification by the National Board of Examiners in Optometry Hold a valid state optometry license (license in hand preferred; licensing candidates may be considered) Maintain a clean criminal and DHHS background Adhere to all clinic policies, procedures, and compliance requirements Work comfortably in a high-volume, diverse patient population environment serving all walks of life, consistent with an FQHC/community clinic setting Benefits for an Optometrist: Weekly pay every Friday Comprehensive Professional Malpractice Insurance24/7 Recruitment Support Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team Referral Bonus up to $5,000 Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of staffing experience, 100% domestic support, and is certified by both the Joint Commission and National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations. At Astrya, we are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the perfect job.
