Valley Health Partners Community Health Center (VHP) is a new non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health & wellness of the Lehigh Valley vulnerable community members and recognized as a Federally Qualified Health Center-Look Alike (FQHC-LA). This will be a new site providing ophthalmology and optometry services. Ophthalmology will be offered by a contracted Ophthalmologist from Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN). The site will also have an embedded Case Manager to provide care coordination for the vulnerable community members serviced at VHP.

This position will be responsible for the care, direction, and progression of patient care in the area of general Optometry in the outpatient setting of VHP. Responsible for offering high quality eye and vision care with thorough examination and comprehensive treatments. Conducts eye exams using optometric equipment and general diagnostic interpretation. Diagnoses and treats ocular disease. Prescribes, fits, and adjusts eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision aids. Directs staff and assists in the development of the overall practice.

Opportunity Highlights:

• An FQHC-LA does not turn patients away based on their ability to pay and removes financial barriers for receiving care. FQHC-LAs provide whole-person care, creating opportunities for the health center to go beyond the traditional four walls of medicine to address barriers that often are the root cause of poor health.
• VHP being a nonprofit organization - participation in National Health Service Corps and Public Service Loan Forgiveness Programs.
• The practice will be a new renovated site with all new state of the art equipment to provide both Optometry and Ophthalmology services.
• Practices core values of Respect, Compassion, Excellence, and Connectedness
• 100% outpatient office setting working Monday-Friday 8AM-5PM
• Partnering with the people of our community to achieve health and wellness through the delivery of extraordinary care that is compassionate, accessible, and affordable in a family-centered and culturally sensitive environment.

Community Information
One of the largest cities in Pennsylvania, Allentown is a charming community filled with events and activities perfect for families and individuals alike. With endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors and convenient access to an array of big-city attractions nearby, it’s an ideal place to call home.

• A lower cost of living than the national average
• Extensive parks system with beautiful surrounding scenery
• Myriad cultural attractions, museums, and historic sites
• Theatre district with several acclaimed restaurants
• 11 nearby institutes of higher education
• Proximity to Philadelphia and New York City

EOE

Job Qualifications:

• A network Champion for the underserved with a passion for Optometry
• Must be Board Eligible or Board Certified
• A Current PA Medical License or ability to obtain one is required
• New Grads will be considered
• J-1 Sponsorship available
• Bilingual is preferred (Spanish or Arabic, specifically)

About Valley Health Partners

Valley Health Partners Community Health Center (VHP) is a new non-profit organization dedicated to advancing the health & wellness of the Lehigh Valley vulnerable community members and recognized as a Federally Qualified Health Center-Look Alike (FQHC-LA). This will be a new site providing ophthalmology and optometry services. Ophthalmology will be offered by a contracted Ophthalmologist from Lehigh Valley Health Network (LVHN). The site will also have an embedded Case Manager to provide care coordination for the vulnerable community members serviced at VHP.