Optometrist

National Vision; Bolingbrook (IL); On-site; USD 159,592 - 209,407; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Professional liability insurance

Retirement savings programs

Paid Sick Time

Paid parental leave

Personal financial wellness services

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking practice where optometrists are empowered to provide exceptional primary eye care. Enjoy competitive compensation, including $1,000 per day on select Saturdays, and a supportive work environment that prioritizes your well-being. With no on-call hours and paid sick time, this role allows you to focus on what you do best—caring for patients. As a vital part of the healthcare system, you'll manage a variety of ocular diseases and make a significant impact on your patients' lives. This opportunity is perfect for those seeking a rewarding career in optometry with excellent benefits.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry Degree required.
• State licensed to practice optometry.

Responsibilities

• Manage ocular diseases including corneal ulcers and uveitis.
• Diagnose and treat diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma.

Skills

Ocular disease management

Corneal ulcer treatment

Diagnosing diabetic retinopathy

Red eye treatment

Removal of foreign bodies

Education

Doctor of Optometry Degree (OD)

Job description

Company Description

At our practice, we believe that the optometrist is the hero of primary eye care, enabling and safeguarding their patient’s ability to experience his or her best vision. For many people, an optometrist is also the first point of contact into the healthcare system. The eyes can offer a window into overall health, and thus this first touch point can be critical for patients getting the care they need for serious conditions. We don’t take that responsibility lightly, which is why we empower our optometrists to provide the highest quality of care.

We now offer new office hours several days per week, giving optometrists more free time in the evenings. Plus, on select Saturdays, we now pay a base rate of one thousand dollars per day!

We offer competitive part-time benefits that demonstrate how much we value optometrists, ensuring that the financial, health, and well-being needs of doctors are met.

Financial Benefits

• Competitive pay and bonus potential (up to thirty thousand dollars per year)
• Earn one thousand dollars per day on select Saturdays
• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Retirement savings programs with employer match
• Personal financial wellness and planning services

Health & Wellness Benefits

• No on-call or late evening hours
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid FMLA leave of absence
• Paid parental leave

Job Description

Primary care is more than prescribing contacts and eyeglasses. Our optometrists report seeing a high amount of anterior and posterior segment pathology in their practices. They manage ocular disease to their comfort level, including but not limited to:

• Treating corneal ulcers and uveitis
• Red eye
• Diagnosing diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma
• Removal of foreign bodies
• Diagnosing macular disease, retinal holes and retinal detachments

Qualifications

Doctor of Optometry Degree (OD) from an accredited school of optometry.

State licensed or will be licensed to practice optometry (new graduates) in the state in which you will be practicing.

Additional Information

For more information, please visit our website.

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, genetic information, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.