Mobile Optometrist - Des Moines, IA

Eyetastic Services®; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 140,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car included

Bonus opportunities

Ownership/Partnership after 1 year

Job summary

Eyetastic Services® is seeking a Doctor of Optometry for a mobile role, traveling to multiple facilities to deliver comprehensive eye care. You will conduct exams, supervise staff, and manage a daily patient flow across sites.

Strong leadership and communication are essential in a dynamic environment with a scheduler and technicians. A valid license and willingness to travel are required; 8 AM–5 PM schedule with potential 3-day weeks for the right candidate.

Qualifications

• Valid state optometry license or in process.
• Valid driver's license in good standing.
• Fourth-year optometry students welcome to apply.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Ability to adapt in a dynamic, changing environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations and provide optometric care.
• Lead and coordinate with support staff at multiple facilities.
• Manage 12–30 patients daily, depending on facility.
• Communicate diagnoses and treatment options clearly to patients.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Willingness to travel

Job description

An esteemed mobile optometric practice is seeking a dedicated, driven Doctor of Optometry to join its team. With this mobile optometry position, you will embark on a daily journey to various facilities, ensuring that patients in different locations receive essential eye care services. Each day presents a new opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve, while enjoying the dynamic experience of a changing work environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations and provide high-quality optometric care to patients.
• Lead and coordinate with support staff to ensure smooth daily operations at different facilities.
• Maintain an organized schedule while managing care for 12 to 30 patients daily, depending on the facility and available team support.
• Create a positive patient experience by listening to concerns and providing clear communication about diagnoses and treatment options.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, a robust work ethic, and a personable demeanor. They will be expected to communicate effectively, listen attentively, and exhibit leadership qualities while managing a team that includes a scheduler and one to two technicians daily. This role requires flexibility and a willingness to travel to various facilities, where the optometrist will engage with a diverse patient population.

Compensation and Benefits:

• Competitive salary ranging from $140,000 to $200,000, with bonus opportunities.
• Company-provided car, including fuel and maintenance expenses.
• Opportunities for ownership/partnership are available after one year of service.

Working Hours:

• Full-time position with hours typically from 8 AM to 5 PM, 4 to 5 days a week.
• Flexibility for a 3-day week may be considered for the right candidate.

Requirements:

• Valid state optometry license or in the process of obtaining one.
• Valid driver's license that is in good standing.
• Fourth-year optometry students are invited to apply.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a dynamic and changing environment.