Lead Optometrist

FYidoctors; Gander; On-site; CAD 200,000; Full time

Job summary

FYidoctors offers a Full-Time Lead Optometrist position in Gander, NL. This role is ideal for an OD looking to take over a clinic, with a minimum guarantee of $200,000 and significant retention bonuses. The clinic is well-established, featuring modern equipment and a supportive team, making it a great opportunity for impactful community work.

Benefits

Minimum Guarantee up to $200,000

Significant Retention Bonus / Forgivable Loan Program up to $200,000

Relocation support

Ownership opportunities

Professional development opportunities

Qualifications

• OD degree required.
• Experience in optometry preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead patient care and clinic operations.
• Manage a loyal patient base and community engagement.

Job description

FYidoctors has an incredible opportunity for a Full-Time Lead Optometrist to join our busy, well-established practice in Gander, NL. Operating for over 35 years, we have a large loyal patient base and an outstanding community reputation. This position is ideal for an OD looking to take over a clinic and make a significant impact in the community. At FYidoctors Gander, we value community, teamwork, and exceptional patient care.

We offer exciting incentives, including:

1. Minimum Guarantee up to $200,000 (working 5 days per week for 46 weeks of the year)
2. Significant Retention Bonus / Forgivable Loan Program up to $200,000 (working 5 days per week for 46 weeks of the year)
3. Relocation support
4. Ownership opportunities within our group
5. Professional development opportunities such as coaching, mentorship, and campus engagement

For more information or to apply, please contact [e-mail].

Equipment includes:

• Zeiss OCT
• Daytona Optomap
• Oculus 5M
• Zeiss Visual Fields
• Digital Fundus Photography
• Anterior Photography
• On-site edging lab
• Dry eye treatment room with LipiView II and LipiFlow (one of the only in the province)
• Tear Osmolarity Testing

Clinic details:

Our clinic has been a staple in Gander for over three decades, cultivating a diverse and dedicated patient base. The 3200 sq ft modern clinic features two fully equipped exam lanes and is supported by a friendly, knowledgeable team ensuring seamless care from reception to dispensing.

The Location:

Gander, on Newfoundland's island, is known for its rich history and natural beauty. Historically a strategic WWII air transport hub, it offers essential services, including the James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre, and convenient connections via Gander International Airport. Attractions include the North Atlantic Aviation Museum and Silent Witness Memorial, making it a welcoming community with a blend of history and amenities.

Not a perfect fit for this opportunity? Refer your OD colleagues and receive a cash payout! We now extend our OD referral program beyond FYihealth Group. Help someone find a great practice and be rewarded. Contact [e-mail] for more details.

About FYidoctors:

Canada’s leading diversified healthcare organization, doctor-led and patient-focused, FYidoctors operates over 350 locations nationwide. Recognized as one of Canada's Best Managed Companies for five years and a Great Place to Work, we are committed to enhancing life through outstanding eye care, medical aesthetics, and community initiatives via the Enhancing Life Foundation.