Job Description

Optometrist

An Optometrist is needed in Hammond, Indiana.

Known as the gateway to the Chicago metropolitan area, Hammond combines the affordability of Northwest Indiana with easy access to city amenities, Lake Michigan, and forest preserves. This position is with a community-based FQHC dedicated to providing integrated health services to underserved and low-income populations across the region.

Salary and Benefits

• Salary Range: $120,000 – $145,000 depending on experience
• Schedule: 32–40 hours per week
• Vacation: 120 hours per year
• Personal Time: 40 hours per year
• CME: 40 hours per year and $2,500 allowance
• Holidays: 10 paid holidays annually
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance: 1.5x annual salary
• Short-Term and Long-Term Disability: Covered
• Retirement: 401(k) with 4% employer match
• Malpractice Insurance: Covered through FTCA
• Relocation Assistance: Available

Responsibilities:

• Provide full-scope optometric care in an outpatient clinic
• Diagnose and treat eye diseases such as glaucoma, cataracts, and macular degeneration
• Prescribe corrective lenses and manage contact lens fittings
• Refer patients to ophthalmology or specialty care when needed
• Develop and follow departmental procedures and quality assurance standards
• Participate in administrative meetings and care team collaborations
• Maintain compliance with licensing and credentialing standards
• Reports to: Director of Optometry
• 15-20 Patients per day

Requirements:

• Graduate of an accredited Optometry program
• Licensed Optometrist in the State of Indiana
• Valid Indiana Optometric Legend Drug Certificate
• Valid CPR Certification
• 2 years of experience preferred
• Strong interpersonal and problem-solving skills
• Commitment to patient-centered and team-based care

About Us

Titan Placement Group is a permanent placement healthcare recruiting firm that bridges the gap between healthcare companies and high-quality candidates. We do that by utilizing our core values of communication, collaboration, and accountability. Titan Placement Group is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female candidates to apply.

If interested, please apply, or email your resume to justin@titanplacement.com.

We can always be reached by phone at (941) 269-1000.

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