Physician / Optometrist / Alaska / Locum tenens / Physician - Optometrist Job

Our client in Alaska is seeking a skilled Optometrist for a 120-day assignment. This role involves a weekly schedule from Tuesday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 6:00 PM. The Optometrist will primarily manage patient care, including contact lens fittings, foreign body removal, routine eye exams, glaucoma checks, cataract evaluations, and various emergency and pre-operative visits. Responsibilities and Duties Perform contact lens fitting and follow-up. Conduct foreign body removal procedures. Administer routine eye exams, with or without dilation. Perform glaucoma checks and cataract evaluations. Manage emergency visits, including eye infections and pink eye. Conduct pre-operative visits. Additional Information Required Board Certification: Optometry Required Certifications: Basic Life Support (BLS), Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) EMR: Cerner Setting: Outpatient (Clinic Only) Call Schedule: No Call Patients per day: Average 10-12, maximum 15 (with 2 doctors working) LOA: 120 Days Staffing Mix: 1 MD, 1 office manager, 3 para-optometric certified staff Benefits Strong compensation Travel-related expenses covered A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities