Physician / Optometrist / Illinois / Permanent / Optometrist/Physician/Illinois

Optometrist

Wexford Health Sources, the nation's leading innovative correctional health care company, provides clients with experienced management and technologically advanced services, combined with programs that control costs while ensuring quality. For nearly two decades, Wexford Health has consistently delivered proven staffing expertise and a full range of medical, behavioral health, pharmacy, utilization management, provider contracting, claims processing, and quality management services.

At Wexford Health, our philosophy is that health care should not be considered a luxury for anyone. We simply care for those in need, and the corrections environment is our venue.

Wexford Health has an exceptional opportunity for an Optometrist to join our team of healthcare professionals for 10 hours per week at Stateville Correctional Center in Crest Hill, IL.

Job Description

• Examine the eyes of patients of all ages to detect signs of injury, disease, abnormality, and defects in vision.
• Check for signs and symptoms of general health conditions.
• Communicate with patients to get detailed case histories.
• Use specialist electronic equipment for diagnosis and testing.
• Write prescriptions for glasses, contact lenses, and other optical appliances.
• Other duties as required and/or assigned. The duties and responsibilities outlined herein are for payroll purposes only; employees may be assigned other duties as required.

Requirements

• Must have a current state Optometry license.
• Current CPR certification.
• Minimum three (3) years practicing optometry.

Preferred Experience

• Skilled in recognizing the symptoms of shock and fainting.
• Must be prepared to provide necessary aid and direction during procedures.

Benefits

• Annual review with performance increase.
• Generous paid-time off program that combines vacation and sick leave.
• Paid holidays.
• Comprehensive health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Dental and vision insurance.
• 401(k) retirement saving plans.
• Company-paid short-term disability.
• Healthcare and dependent care spending account.

Environmental Conditions

Standard medical setting within a correctional facility, which includes daily interfacing with offenders/patients, correctional staff, and health care personnel.