Optometrist jobs in New Mexico

Optometrist provides primary care and medical treatment to patients with visual system disorders and diseases. Examines patients' eyes to detect and diagnose vision problems, diseases, and other conditions, such as diabetes or hypertension. Being an Optometrist develops treatment plans and prescribes eyeglasses, contact lenses, and/or medication to treat eye disorders. Educates patients on proper eye care and treatment plans. Additionally, Optometrist requires a doctorate degree. Requires Licensed Optician. Requires State License to Practice. Typically reports to a manager. Optometrist's years of experience requirement may be unspecified. Certification and/or licensing in the position's specialty is the main requirement. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)

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Optometrist
  • Veterans Evaluation Services
  • Gallup, NM CONTRACTOR
  • Introduction

    Veterans Evaluation Services is seeking qualified Ophthalmologists and Optometrists to join our provider network as an independent contractor to perform disability examinations for Veterans for the following location:

    Gallup, NM

    *Applicants must have their own office within 100 miles of the job location

    Opportunity Highlights

    Service – Provide a meaningful service for the men and women who have worn the cloth of our nation.

    Ease of Use – User-friendly software, a dedicated provider support system, up front training, expert report guidance, and automatic payments make it easier than ever to join.

    Diversify Your Income – Whether you’re looking to grow your practice, pay down student debt or a mortgage, or add variety into your practice schedule, this is an opportunity to earn significant additional income.

    Low Risk – There is no treatment or prescription of medications

    Flexible Schedule - Maintain a healthy work-life balance with our flexible scheduling options

    Your Role as a Provider

    As a clinician, you are an expert in the assessment, evaluation, and diagnosis of health conditions for your patients. As an independent contractor with VES, you apply your expertise in the evaluation and diagnosis of eye conditions to support a Veteran’s disability claim. As a certified medical disability examiner, you gather and synthesize clinical evidence through medical and military record review, interviews with Veterans, and face-to-face examinations. You develop a medical opinion of likelihood that the Veteran’s condition is related to their military service. The timely and expert examination assures that a Veteran’s claim is heard and dutifully processed by VBA.

    Here is a typical workflow for a provider:

    Exam Request Received > Testing and Exam Schedule > Provider Reviews Records > Veteran Exam Completion > Report Reviewed and Submitted

    Qualifications

    Ophthalmologist / Optometrist

    • Doctorate Degree in Medicine / Doctorate Degree in Optometry
    • An active and unrestricted license in the state in which exams are performed.
    • Must have a practice location with visual field testing capabilities

    Contact Information

    Web: www.ves.com

    About Veterans Evaluations Services – A Maximus Company

    VES partners with the Department of Veterans Affairs to fulfill President Lincoln’s promise “To care for him who shall have borne the battle, and for his widow, and his orphan” by serving and honoring the men and women who are America’s veterans.” VES serves Veterans by conducting disability exams for conditions that are a direct result of or aggravated by their time in the military, allowing them to obtain hard-earned benefits in service to our country. VES supports 6,000 active providers serving more than 750,000 Veterans around the world every year.

    Our Story

    Founded by a Navy Veteran, VES was awarded its first contract by The Department of Veterans Affairs (VA) in 2008 to perform compensation and pension exams. Our dedication to fulfilling President Lincoln’s promise led to the subsequent award of the largest contract in VA history in 2018. At VES, we are proud to fulfill that promise with 1 out of every 7 employees as a Veteran.

    VES was acquired by Maximus in 2021. Maximus, founded in 1975, employs more than 35,000 staff and brings the resources and experience of a multinational corporation in administering government services and programs.

    Job Type: Contract

    Pay: $78,000.00 - $234,000.00 per year

    Benefits:

    • Flexible schedule

    Schedule:

    • Day shift
    • Monday to Friday
    • No nights
    • Weekends as needed

    Application Question(s):

    • What is the highest level of education you have completed?
    • Do you have or are you willing to obtain individual malpractice/professional liability insurance? (PLEASE SPECIFY)
    • Are you located within 100 miles of (the specified job location)
    • Do you have a practice location that can be utilized for conducting exam

    License/Certification:

    • Optometry License (Preferred)

    Ability to Relocate:

    • Gallup, NM: Relocate before starting work (Required)

    Work Location: In person

  • 21 Days Ago

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Optometrist
  • Visionworks
  • Las Cruces, NM FULL_TIME
  • Visionworks Optometrist - Employed Our employed optometrists help make quality eye care accessible and affordable,changing the lives of millions of patients each year. Pay Rate: $50.00/hr to $68.75/hr...
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Optometrist
  • 10XG
  • Albuquerque, NM FULL_TIME
  • Organization: Indian Health Service, Chinle Comprehensive Health Care FacilityLocation: Chinle, ArizonaTime Commitment: 40 hours per week on a Monday-Friday, 8am-5pm scheduleStart Date: June – July 20...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Optometrist
  • Skyview EyeCare
  • Farmington, NM FULL_TIME
  • We are seeking a new Optometrist to join our team. We currently have 3 optometrists that would work in conjunction with a new OD. We have a large practice with 7 exam rooms located within an EyeMart. ...
  • 2 Days Ago

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Optometrist
  • Adventure Vision
  • Albuquerque, NM FULL_TIME,PART_TIME
  • Signing Bonuses, Relocation Assistance, FT or PT, 4 Day Workweeks!Your passion to make a difference in the world and willingness to serve others is required. Your reward: a sense of accomplishment and...
  • 3 Days Ago

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Optometrist
  • Barton Associates
  • , NM OTHER
  • JOB TITLE Optometrist PROVIDER TYPE Physician SPECIALTY Optometry JOB TYPE Locum Tenens STATE NM PRACTICE SETTING Clinic DURATION 240 Days Job Description Looking for your next locum tenens opportunit...
  • 7 Days Ago

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Optometrist
  • MINNESOTA OPTICAL
  • Elk River, MN
  • Job Description Job Description Full Time and part-time Optometrist positions available (Elk River) For full time no wee...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Optometrist
  • MINNESOTA OPTICAL
  • Elk River, MN
  • Job Description Job Description Full Time and part-time Optometrist positions available (Elk River) For full time no wee...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Optometrist
  • Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Eureka, CA
  • Summary The VA San Francisco Health Care System is recruiting for a highly qualified and motivated Optometrist to servic...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Optometrist
  • Department of Veterans Affairs
  • Port Saint Lucie, FL
  • Summary PLEASE READ THE COMPLETE ANNOUNCEMENT TO ENSURE YOU UNDERSTAND THE QUALIFICATION REQUIREMENTS AND SUBMIT A COMPL...
  • 3/28/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Optometrist
  • Eyecare Colorado
  • Denver, CO
  • Job Description Job Description ️ Join Our Visionary Team! ️ Are you a passionate optometrist ready to make a difference...
  • 3/27/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Optometrist
  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Eureka, CA
  • Summary The VA San Francisco Health Care System is recruiting for a highly qualified and motivated Optometrist to servic...
  • 3/26/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Optometrist
  • Sun State Eye Care
  • Sun City West, AZ
  • Job Description Job Description Benefits/Perks 90% Medical Optometry Great Work Environment No Weekends Job Summary We a...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

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Optometrist
  • Aria Care Partners
  • Springfield, IL
  • We are seeking a Mobile Optometrist to join our team and provide excellent eye care to our patients! Whether you are a n...
  • 3/25/2024 12:00:00 AM

New Mexico (Spanish: Nuevo México Spanish pronunciation: [ˈnweβo ˈmexiko] (listen), Navajo: Yootó Hahoodzo pronounced [jòːtxó xɑ̀xʷòːtsò]) is a state in the Southwestern region of the United States of America; its capital and cultural center is Santa Fe, which was founded in 1610 as capital of Nuevo México (itself established as a province of New Spain in 1598), while its largest city is Albuquerque with its accompanying metropolitan area. It is one of the Mountain States and shares the Four Corners region with Utah, Colorado, and Arizona; its other neighboring states are Oklahoma to the north...
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Income Estimation for Optometrist jobs
$120,680 to $144,828

Optometrist in Concord, NH
It’s unfortunate, but when someone asks, “how much does an optometrist make in a year?” the only honest answer is “it depends.”.
February 16, 2020
Optometrist in Sumter, SC
When you need a simple check-up for your eyes, you see an optometrist.
December 19, 2019
Optometrist in San Antonio, TX
Optometrist often forget how complex it is because we spend 3 years straight studying some form of optics, and we do it for literally every patient that walks in the door so it just comes naturally to us.
December 25, 2019