Locum Tenens Physician - Optometrist Needed in OR

  • ID: 223545A
  • Updated October 9th, 2026

  • Job ID 223545A
  • Job Title Physician - Optometrist
  • Provider Type Physician
  • Specialty Optometry
  • Job Type Locum Tenens
  • State OR
  • Practice Setting Outpatient Clinic
  • Start Date 2/1/2027
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Job Description

Our client in Oregon is seeking a skilled Optometrist for an 85-day assignment. This full-time, Monday to Friday position involves providing comprehensive eye examinations for adult and pediatric patients, diagnosing and managing a broad range of medical and ocular conditions, and performing contact lens evaluations and fittings. The Optometrist will also perform minor in-office procedures and co-manage surgical patients in coordination with ophthalmologists.
Responsibilities and Duties
  • Provide comprehensive eye examinations for adult and pediatric patients.
  • Diagnose and manage a broad range of medical and ocular conditions.
  • Perform contact lens evaluations and fittings.
  • Perform minor in-office procedures, including bump/removal procedures when qualified.
  • Evaluate and manage patients with medical eye conditions.
  • Co-manage surgical patients in coordination with ophthalmologists and other providers.
  • Provide pre- and post-operative eye care as appropriate.
  • Manage approximately 30–40 patient visits per day with scribe support.
  • Provide care across multiple clinic locations.
  • Communicate effectively with patients and clinical staff; Spanish-language proficiency is preferred.
  • Maintain accurate clinical documentation and patient records.
  • Collaborate with ophthalmology and other members of the care team to ensure continuity of patient care.
Additional Information
  • Board Certifications: Optometry
  • EMR: Truchart
  • Setting: Outpatient (Clinic Only)
  • Patients per Day: 30-40 patients with scribe
  • LOA: 85 Days
  • Staffing Mix: Will have a scribe that will work alongside them
Benefits
  • Strong compensation
  • Travel-related expenses covered
  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided
  • Dedicated recruiter for future travel opportunities

Job Benefits

  • Competitive compensation

  • Travel-related expenses covered

  • A-rated medical malpractice insurance provided

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