- Location
- Lehighton, PA
Description
A well-established, thriving private practice is currently booked out further than they’d like and is ready to bring on a full-time OD to help serve their growing patient base. This is a 1099 position offering excellent flexibility and strong compensation.
POSITION HIGHLIGHTS:
• Compensation: $1,200 per diem
• Schedule: Practice is open Monday–Saturday; seeking coverage a minimum of 3 days/week (4 days preferred)
• Clinical Focus: Primary eye care, with a strong emphasis on contact lens fittings and prescription management
• Billing handled entirely by the practice — no administrative headaches
• Fully Electronic Medical Records system in place
• Requirements: Active Pennsylvania Optometry license
WHY LEHIGHTON, PA?
Nestled in the heart of Carbon County in the Pocono Mountains region, Lehighton offers an exceptional quality of life that’s hard to beat:
• Affordable living: Housing costs are significantly below the national average, making it easy to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle
• Natural beauty: Surrounded by the stunning Blue Mountain Ridge, with easy access to hiking, skiing, fishing, and outdoor recreation year-round
• Tight-knit community: A friendly, welcoming small-town atmosphere with a low cost of living and minimal commute stress
• Convenient location: Just 90 minutes from Philadelphia and under 2 hours from New York City — big-city amenities are always within reach
• Top-rated outdoor destinations: Proximity to Jim Thorpe (the “Little Switzerland of America”), Hickory Run State Park, and Beltzville Lake State Park
• Great schools and family-friendly environment: Ideal for those looking to put down roots in a safe, thriving community