BARTON ASSOCIATES
Physician / Optometrist / Georgia / Locum tenens / Physician - Optometrist Job
BARTON ASSOCIATES, Georgia, United States
We are seeking a licensed Optometrist for a 56-day locum tenens assignment in Georgia, beginning Aug 18, 2025. This opportunity involves day shifts from 8am to 5pm, with flexibility based on the facility's schedule, Monday through Friday. The Optometrist will be responsible for providing comprehensive eye care in long-term care facilities, ensuring high standards are met in patient treatment and collaboration with facility staff. Job Details Location: Georgia Start Date: Aug 18, 2025 LOA: 56 days Provider Type Needed: Optometrist Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8am - 5pm (may adjust based on facility needs) Responsibilities and Duties Provide comprehensive eye care to patients in a long-term care setting. Perform all necessary charting within 24 hours of each visit. Ensure a thorough and professional approach to patient care each day. Visit only one facility per day to maintain focused and personalized care. Collaborate effectively with long-term care facility staff to meet patient needs. Travel to different long-term care facilities, one each day, to deliver consistent care. Utilize Practice Fusion for all EMR documentation. Additional Information Must hold a current Optometrist license in Georgia. Experience in geriatrics and working with older patient populations preferred. Strong organizational skills to handle the logistics of daily travel and varying schedules. Benefits Strong compensation Travel-related expenses covered A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities What are Locum Tenens Jobs? Locum tenens jobs, sometimes referred to as travel assignments, are contract positions that help meet patient care needs at various healthcare facilities and hospitals for a defined period. These roles can vary in length from a single week to over a year, often with options for extension. Medical professionals who undertake locum or travel work possess the same qualifications as permanent staff and frequently opt for these roles due to benefits such as competitive remuneration and greater scheduling flexibility.