AvaMed, Inc
AvaMed Inc is a Healthcare Staffing Agency that staffs all of California State Correctional Facilities.
At the moment we are in URGENT need of an Optometrist to take on a Part‑Time assignment at the correctional facility located Coalinga, CA.
Must have 1 year experience within the last 3 years.
This is a part‑time position for any 1 day a week (between Monday – Friday) 10 hour shift.
Position Details:
Position: Optometrist
Part‑time: any 1 day a week (Monday–Friday)
Location: Coalinga, CA
Schedule: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Rate: $120.00 per hour
Status: 1099 contractor, paid weekly via direct deposit
Job Description:
a.
Ensure all ordered optometry services are scheduled in accordance with optometry needs and delivered on time unless unavoidable circumstances occur.
b.
Provide examination, diagnosis, treatment, prescription information, and simple repairs only, in accordance with Business and Professions Code § 3041 et al.
c.
Refer, upon approval of the Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee, patient/youth for consultation, diagnosis, treatment, or surgery to contract physicians and/or health‑care facilities. Medical/surgical emergencies where contract provider(s) are not immediately available are exempt.
d.
Maintain continuity of all work performed from start to finish.
e.
Provide optometry visual services and diagnoses for allergies, infectious diseases, and non‑systematic inflammations of the conjunctiva using diagnostic agents and topical products in accordance with Chapter 7 of the Business and Professional Code and National Standards. (1) Optometry services shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (a) Complete Optometry/Optometric evaluation/diagnostic assessment. I.
FULL EXAMINATION 1.
Preliminary Testing: a.
Visual acuity, history, visual field services with diagnostic equipment. b.
Cover test at 20' and 16'. c.
Near‑point convergence. d.
Rotations. e.
Pupils. f.
Tonometry (equipment and supplies provided by the institution). 2.
Ophthalmoscopy (undilated). 3.
Refraction: a.
Retinoscopy. b.
Subjective. c.
Muscle balance. d.
Near‑point add. e.
PD and segment height measurement. II.
PARTIAL EXAMINATION: 1.
Anterior segment exam. 2.
Glaucoma evaluation (e.g., tonometry and ophthalmoscopy for monitoring). 3.
Retinal disease evaluation. III.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES: 1.
Recheck – verification of prescription; if error found, redo refraction. 2.
Mechanical adjustments & repair (institution supplies materials): fittings, frame adjustment, simple repair (replace lenses, nose pad, etc.).
f.
(b) Optometry examination and writing/issuance of prescription;
g.
(c) Optometric treatment such as medication, face‑to‑face therapy, including ocular health examination of diabetic patients/youth (dilate fundoscopy and referral to retinal specialist when indicated);
h.
(d) Development of an individual treatment plan and coordination of professional and para‑professional services (includes frame selection, dispensing, and fitting of corrective lenses and/or contact lenses when medically necessary and approved by the institution/CEO/CME or designee);
i.
(e) Ongoing evaluation and prognostication;
j.
(f) Provide ophthalmic referrals when professionally indicated;
k.
(g) Emergency ocular services for trauma or systemic disease, including coordination with staff physicians only during clinic hours;
l.
(h) Follow‑up services.
Qualifications:
Active California Optometrist license.
Ability to work consistently with minimal day‑off requests.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a secure, structured environment.
Why Work With AvaMed Inc.?
Competitive compensation with weekly pay.
Consistent, full‑time schedule.
Opportunities for placement across California State Correctional Facilities.
Dedicated recruiter support.
APPLY TODAY! Submit a copy of your resume and one of our team members will reach out to you ASAP.
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At the moment we are in URGENT need of an Optometrist to take on a Part‑Time assignment at the correctional facility located Coalinga, CA.
Must have 1 year experience within the last 3 years.
This is a part‑time position for any 1 day a week (between Monday – Friday) 10 hour shift.
Position Details:
Position: Optometrist
Part‑time: any 1 day a week (Monday–Friday)
Location: Coalinga, CA
Schedule: 7:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Rate: $120.00 per hour
Status: 1099 contractor, paid weekly via direct deposit
Job Description:
a.
Ensure all ordered optometry services are scheduled in accordance with optometry needs and delivered on time unless unavoidable circumstances occur.
b.
Provide examination, diagnosis, treatment, prescription information, and simple repairs only, in accordance with Business and Professions Code § 3041 et al.
c.
Refer, upon approval of the Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee, patient/youth for consultation, diagnosis, treatment, or surgery to contract physicians and/or health‑care facilities. Medical/surgical emergencies where contract provider(s) are not immediately available are exempt.
d.
Maintain continuity of all work performed from start to finish.
e.
Provide optometry visual services and diagnoses for allergies, infectious diseases, and non‑systematic inflammations of the conjunctiva using diagnostic agents and topical products in accordance with Chapter 7 of the Business and Professional Code and National Standards. (1) Optometry services shall include, but not be limited to, the following: (a) Complete Optometry/Optometric evaluation/diagnostic assessment. I.
FULL EXAMINATION 1.
Preliminary Testing: a.
Visual acuity, history, visual field services with diagnostic equipment. b.
Cover test at 20' and 16'. c.
Near‑point convergence. d.
Rotations. e.
Pupils. f.
Tonometry (equipment and supplies provided by the institution). 2.
Ophthalmoscopy (undilated). 3.
Refraction: a.
Retinoscopy. b.
Subjective. c.
Muscle balance. d.
Near‑point add. e.
PD and segment height measurement. II.
PARTIAL EXAMINATION: 1.
Anterior segment exam. 2.
Glaucoma evaluation (e.g., tonometry and ophthalmoscopy for monitoring). 3.
Retinal disease evaluation. III.
ADDITIONAL SERVICES: 1.
Recheck – verification of prescription; if error found, redo refraction. 2.
Mechanical adjustments & repair (institution supplies materials): fittings, frame adjustment, simple repair (replace lenses, nose pad, etc.).
f.
(b) Optometry examination and writing/issuance of prescription;
g.
(c) Optometric treatment such as medication, face‑to‑face therapy, including ocular health examination of diabetic patients/youth (dilate fundoscopy and referral to retinal specialist when indicated);
h.
(d) Development of an individual treatment plan and coordination of professional and para‑professional services (includes frame selection, dispensing, and fitting of corrective lenses and/or contact lenses when medically necessary and approved by the institution/CEO/CME or designee);
i.
(e) Ongoing evaluation and prognostication;
j.
(f) Provide ophthalmic referrals when professionally indicated;
k.
(g) Emergency ocular services for trauma or systemic disease, including coordination with staff physicians only during clinic hours;
l.
(h) Follow‑up services.
Qualifications:
Active California Optometrist license.
Ability to work consistently with minimal day‑off requests.
Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
Ability to work effectively in a secure, structured environment.
Why Work With AvaMed Inc.?
Competitive compensation with weekly pay.
Consistent, full‑time schedule.
Opportunities for placement across California State Correctional Facilities.
Dedicated recruiter support.
APPLY TODAY! Submit a copy of your resume and one of our team members will reach out to you ASAP.
#J-18808-Ljbffr