RWJBarnabas Health

Optometrist

RWJBarnabas Health$100K — $120K *
Bronx, NY 10457In-Person
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Graduate of an accredited school of optometry
  • Licensed as an optometrist in good standing with the New York State Education Department
  • Successful completion of an Optometric Residency (e.g., Primary Care, Ocular Disease, Pediatric, etc.)
  • Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

  • Provide independent, full-scope optometry services for all ages
  • Evaluate and treat patients collaboratively with on-site ophthalmology specialists
  • Refer and coordinate patient care within an interdisciplinary hospital framework
  • Examine and treat urgent walk-in patients
  • Engage in training for optometry and ophthalmology residents
  • Contribute to the growth of the optometry department in a supportive setting

Benefits

  • Work in a diverse patient environment
  • Join an established team of eye care professionals
  • Access to advanced diagnostic equipment and facilities
  • Opportunity for permanent hire after temporary position
  • Supportive and collaborative work atmosphere
Full Job Description
Role Summary: • Practice independent New York State full-scope medically focused optometry for patients of all ages • Evaluate, treat and co-manage patients with on-site ophthalmology subspecialists • Effectively refer and coordinate care in an interdisciplinary hospital setting with other departments • Examine urgent walk-ins • Opportunity to participate in ophthalmology and optometry resident training • Support growth of the department in a collaborative and friendly work environment Graduate of an accredited school of optometry • Licensed as an optometrist in good standing with the New York State Education Department • Successful completion of an Optometric Residency (e.g., Primary Care, Ocular Disease, Pediatric, etc.) • Bilingual in English/Spanish is a plus

About RWJBarnabas Health

RWJBarnabas Health is the largest integrated healthcare delivery system in New Jersey, with hospitals, ambulatory care centers, and clinics throughout the state. The system includes eleven acute care hospitals, three children's hospitals, a pediatric rehabilitation hospital, a behavioral health center, and numerous other clinical facilities. RWJBarnabas Health is committed to providing high-quality, compassionate care to patients and their families, and to advancing medical research and education.
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