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Lifebridge Health, Inc.

OPTOMETRIST

Lifebridge Health, Inc., Baltimore, Maryland, United States, 21276

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Overview

Wanted: Optometrist for Well-Established Practice Location: KEI at Quarry Lake, Baltimore County LifeBridge Health’s Krieger Eye Institute (KEI) represents over 80 years of a singular focus: the eyes of Baltimore. This team of doctors is a multi-specialty practice with all sub-specialties working together to care for our patients in concert. Over the years, we have earned the Baltimore Magazine Top Doc award many times. We work alongside nine resident physicians in the ACGME accredited ophthalmology residency program to provide excellent patient-centric eye care. If you aren’t currently available for a full-time position, we have PRN opportunities. Hourly rates range from $70-$84/hour depending on years of experience. Please note: Benefits don’t apply to PRN positions.

Qualifications

OD - Doctor of Optometry required Ability to successfully obtain Maryland therapeutic Optometry license Current BLS and ACLS certifications Interest/additional training in fitting of specialty contacts (e.g., scleral lenses) Interest in teaching ophthalmology residents in practical contact lenses and refraction, and didactic optics lectures Excellent communication skills and the ability to work well in a team environment New graduates welcome to apply

The Opportunity

Locations: Sinai Hospital and Quarry Lake/Baltimore County; position primarily located at Quarry Lake Full-time employed position with base salary and incentive bonus based on collections Blend of 90% clinical work and 10% teaching/administration with a cohesive practice Immediate patient volume with established specialty contact lens patient population in addition to comprehensive practice Mentoring residents: lecturing and supervising ophthalmology residents in clinic Robust, supportive, and well-trained office staff Manage a diverse patient population Modernizing Medicine Ophthalmology EMR No on-call responsibilities Onsite testing: Optos, visual field testing, OCT testing, Pentacam, etc.

Benefits

Salary ranges from $160k-$180k based on experience Annual paid time off Medical liability insurance with tail coverage CME allowances (5 days of CME, up to $3k with receipts) All medical staff dues and credentialing fees reimbursed Discounted memberships at our award-winning Health and Fitness center Sign-on bonus 403(b) Retirement plan 457(b) Deferred compensation plan Life insurance Free parking

Community Information

LifeBridge Health hospitals are located within easy driving distance of diverse cultural attractions in the Baltimore/Washington area. Baltimore offers a range of experiences from downtown excitement to quaint suburbs, with easy access to Washington, DC, Philadelphia, and New York City via train. The area features outdoor activities such as Eastern Shore beaches, Western Maryland rapids, Pennsylvania ski slopes, and Annapolis and Chesapeake Bay.

Additional Information

Who We Are:

LifeBridge Health is a dynamic health system redefining care delivery with a mission to “improve the health of people in the communities we serve.” We offer opportunities to advance health access, elevate patient experiences, and support bold ideas and community-centered care. What We Offer:

Impact, Growth, and Support through competitive compensation, professional development, and resources to work at the top of your license. Why LifeBridge Health?

With over 14,000 employees and 130 care locations, we focus on growing and delivering high-quality care anchored by our five leading centers in the Baltimore region. We follow CARE BRAVELY—compassion, courage, and urgency in decision-making. LifeBridge Health complies with applicable Federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, disability, sex or sexual orientation and gender identity/expression. We do not exclude people or treat them differently for these reasons. Join Our Talent Community! If you’re not ready to apply, joining our Talent Community can enhance your job search and application process.

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