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Temporary Optometry Consultant Jobs in California

AvaMed Workforce

Optometrist (OPT)

Wasco, CA

$110/hr

Temporary/Relief Optometrist will refer, upon approval of the Institution/Facility designee, patient/youth for consultation, diagnosis, treatment(s), and/or surgery to physicians and/or healthcare ...

AvaMed Workforce

Optometrist (OPT)

Corcoran, CA · On-site

$100 - $109/hr

Temporary/Relief Optometrist will refer, upon approval of the Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee, patient/youth for consultation, diagnosis, treatment(s), and/or surgery to CDCR/CCHCS contract ...

AvaMed Workforce

Optometrist (OPT)

Corcoran, CA

$110/hr

Temporary/Relief Optometrist will refer, upon approval of the Institution/Facility CEO/CME or designee, patient/youth for consultation, diagnosis, treatment(s), and/or surgery to CDCR/CCHCS contract ...

AvaMed Workforce

Optometrist (OPT)

Wasco, CA · On-site

$110/hr

... Board of Optometry. * a. Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall ensure that all ordered Optometry ... for consultation, diagnosis, treatment(s), and/or surgery to physicians and/or healthcare ...

Acuity Eye Group

Optometrist

Palm Desert, CA · On-site

... scope medical optometry practice working alongside comprehensive, glaucoma and vitreoretinal ... Busy surgical practice with consulting retina, cornea, glaucoma and comprehensive MDS * Telehealth ...

Acuity Eye Group

Optometrist

Palm Desert, CA

$150K - $200K/yr

... scope medical optometry practice working alongside comprehensive, glaucoma and vitreoretinal ... Busy surgical practice with consulting retina, cornea, glaucoma and comprehensive MDS * Telehealth ...

Acuity Eye Group

Optometrist

Palm Desert, CA · On-site

... scope medical optometry practice working alongside comprehensive, glaucoma and vitreoretinal ... Busy surgical practice with consulting retina, cornea, glaucoma and comprehensive MDS * Telehealth ...

Acuity Eye Group

Optometrist

Palm Desert, CA · On-site

... scope medical optometry practice working alongside comprehensive, glaucoma and vitreoretinal ... Busy surgical practice with consulting retina, cornea, glaucoma and comprehensive MDS * Telehealth ...

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Temporary Optometry Consultant information

What is a temporary optometry consultant?

Temporary Optometry Consultants are licensed optometrists who are hired on a short-term basis to provide eye care services, such as conducting eye exams, prescribing corrective lenses, or consulting on visual health issues. They typically fill in for permanent staff during busy periods, staff shortages, or special projects. These consultants may work in private practices, clinics, hospitals, or corporate settings and are expected to adapt quickly to different work environments. Their flexible, contract-based roles help ensure uninterrupted patient care and support for existing optometry teams.

What skills and qualifications are needed to thrive as a temporary optometry consultant?

To thrive as a Temporary Optometry Consultant, you need a degree in optometry, a valid optometrist license, and strong clinical skills in eye examinations and vision assessments. Familiarity with diagnostic tools like autorefractors, retinal cameras, and electronic health record (EHR) systems is typically required. Excellent interpersonal skills, adaptability, and efficient time management help you integrate quickly into new practices and provide quality patient care. These abilities are crucial for ensuring accurate diagnoses, maintaining workflow continuity, and delivering high standards of care in varied clinical environments.

What challenges does a temporary optometry consultant face when integrating into new clinical environments?

As a Temporary Optometry Consultant, adapting quickly to different clinical workflows, electronic health record systems, and team dynamics can be challenging. Each practice may have unique protocols and patient demographics, so strong communication skills and flexibility are essential. Building rapport with new colleagues and patients in a short period, while maintaining high-quality care, is a key part of the role. Staying up-to-date with various practice standards and being proactive in seeking guidance when needed helps ensure smooth transitions between assignments.

What is the difference between Temporary Optometry Consultant vs Temporary Optometry Technician?

AspectTemporary Optometry ConsultantTemporary Optometry Technician
CredentialsOptometry degree, licensure, possibly certificationCertified ophthalmic or optometric technician certification, high school diploma or equivalent
Work EnvironmentClinics, hospitals, consulting settingsOptometry offices, clinics, hospitals
Employer & Industry UsageOptometrists, healthcare consulting firmsOptometry practices, healthcare facilities
Common Search & ComparisonYesNo

Temporary Optometry Consultants typically hold an optometry degree and licensure, providing expert advice and clinical support on a temporary basis. In contrast, Temporary Optometry Technicians assist with patient care and technical tasks under supervision. While both roles work within the optometry industry, they differ in credentials, responsibilities, and scope of practice.

Temporary Optometry Consultant jobs near you

Optometrist (OPT)

AvaMed Workforce

Wasco, CA

$110/hr

Part-time

Re-posted 26 days ago

Job description

AvaMed Workforce is a Healthcare Staffing Agency that staffs all of California State Correctional Facilities. At the moment we are in URGENT need of a Optometrist to take on a Part-Time assignment at the correctional facility located in Wasco, CA
Position Details:
10 Hours per week
Location: Wasco, CA
Schedule: 1- day a week,  Monday or Tuesday or Thursday or Friday 7:00am-5:00pm 
Rate: $110/hr ($1,100/week)
Must be licensed by the California State Board of Optometry.

Job Description:

Under the direction of the Institution/Facility designee, the Temporary/Relief Optometrist
shall provide services as permitted within the scope of practice of the Optometrist and in accordance with
Institution/Facility policies and procedures. The duties of the Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall include,
but are not limited to, the following requirements:
a. Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall ensure that all ordered Optometry services will be
scheduled consistent with the Optometry need. Once scheduled, service shall be
delivered at the time scheduled unless unavoidable circumstances occur;
b. Temporary/Relief Optometrist will provide examination, diagnosis, treatment,
prescription information, and simple repairs only, in accordance with Business and
Professions Code § 3041 et al;
c. Temporary/Relief Optometrist will refer, upon approval of the Institution/Facility
designee, patient/youth for consultation, diagnosis, treatment(s),
and/or surgery to physicians and/or healthcare facilities,
Medical/surgical emergencies where contract provider(s) are not immediately available
are exempt;
d. Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall maintain continuity of all work performed from start to finish;
e. Temporary/Relief Optometrist shall provide Optometry visual services and diagnoses
and treatment for the following specific conditions: allergies, infectious diseases, and
non-systematic inflammations of the conjunctiva, using diagnostic agents and topical
products; e.g., miotics, lubricants, non-steroidal anti-allergy agents, non-steroidal
anti-inflammatories, antibiotic agents, and hyperosmotics, in accordance with Chapter
7 of the Business and Professional Code and National Standards


 

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