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Job Description
Job Description
Locum Tenens – Full-Time Optometrist
Modesto, California
Position Overview
We are seeking a full-time Locum Tenens Optometrist to join a thriving, patient-focused practice in Modesto, CA. This is an excellent opportunity to work in a modern facility with a supportive clinical team, providing high-quality vision care to a diverse patient base.
Assignment Details
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Location: Modesto, California
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Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (no weekends)
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Duration: Ongoing locum coverage 3+ months with potential for extension
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Setting: Outpatient clinic – comprehensive eye exams, contact lens fittings, and ocular disease management
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Patient Volume: 15–20 patients per day
Responsibilities
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Conduct comprehensive eye exams and vision assessments
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Diagnose and manage ocular diseases (glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, etc.)
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Prescribe corrective lenses and contact lenses
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Provide patient education on eye health and preventive care
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Collaborate with ophthalmologists and other healthcare professionals as needed
Requirements
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Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited program
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Active California Optometry License (or ability to obtain)
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Current DEA (if prescribing therapeutic pharmaceutical agents)
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Prior clinical experience preferred; new grads welcome
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Excellent communication and patient care skills
Compensation & Benefits
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Competitive locum tenens daily rate
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Travel & lodging covered (if applicable)
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Malpractice insurance provided (claims-made with tail coverage)
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Weekly direct deposit
About Modesto, CA
Located in the heart of California’s Central Valley, Modesto offers a blend of small-town charm and city conveniences. Enjoy nearby wineries, farm-to-table dining, and easy access to Yosemite National Park, San Francisco, and the Sierra Nevada mountains.
To Apply:
Please send your CV and availability to kassidydelatorre@providerhealthcare.con or call 3855412744 for deta
Company DescriptionProvider Healthcare is a prominent healthcare recruitment firm that places highly qualified and skilled healthcare professionals in excellent employment opportunities across the country. Our diligent team of recruiters and client representatives specialize in permanent placement and locum tenens opportunities in all settings of medical practice such as hospitals, outpatient clinics, home health care, and government facilities. Provider Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Disability, and Protected Veteran employer and all applicants will be equally considered for hire.
Company Description
Provider Healthcare is a prominent healthcare recruitment firm that places highly qualified and skilled healthcare professionals in excellent employment opportunities across the country. Our diligent team of recruiters and client representatives specialize in permanent placement and locum tenens opportunities in all settings of medical practice such as hospitals, outpatient clinics, home health care, and government facilities. Provider Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity, Affirmative Action, Disability, and Protected Veteran employer and all applicants will be equally considered for hire.