Compassionate Optometrist: Patient-Focused Eye Care (Flexible Hours)

Plainville Optometrics LLC; East Hartford (CT); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Greloch Eyecare in East Hartford, CT, seeks a compassionate Optometrist to join our patient‑centered team delivering comprehensive eye exams and vision care. You will perform medical eye examinations, diagnose conditions, prescribe eyewear, and educate patients on eye health.

The ideal candidate holds an active CT optometrist license, enjoys collaborating with staff, and is committed to delivering an outstanding patient experience with flexible hours, including evenings.

Qualifications

• Active Connecticut optometrist license in good standing.
• Strong clinical, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to excellent patient care and customer service.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive medical eye examinations and vision assessments.
• Diagnose and manage vision problems and eye conditions.
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision-correction solutions.
• Educate patients about diagnoses, treatment options, and eye health.
• Develop appropriate treatment and follow-up care plans.
• Maintain accurate and complete patient records.
• Collaborate with staff to provide an efficient patient experience.
• Refer patients to other healthcare professionals when specialized care is needed.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Evening hours flexibility

Education

Optometrist license (CT)

Driver's license

Job description

Greloch Eyecare is a long‑established, growing private optometric practice offering comprehensive eye exams, eyewear, and contact lens services in East Hartford and Marlborough, Connecticut. We are seeking a compassionate and motivated Optometrist to join our team in our East Hartford location and deliver high-quality, patient-centered eye care.

The ideal candidate is passionate about optometry, committed to excellent patient care, and dedicated to providingan outstandingcustomer experience.

Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive medical eye examinations and vision assessments.

• Diagnose and manage vision problems and eye conditions.
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision-correction solutions.
• Educate patients about their diagnoses, treatment options, and overall eye health.
• Developappropriate treatmentand follow-up care plans.
• Maintainaccurateand complete patient records.
• Collaborate with staff members to provide an efficient and positive patient experience.
• Refer patients to other healthcare professionals when specialized care is needed.

Requirements

• Active Connecticut optometrist license in good standing.
• Valid driver's license and reliable transportation.
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to excellent patient care and customer service.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including evenings.