Optometrist

Visionworks of America; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 72,571 - 99,793; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Access to advanced diagnostic technology

Support from OD Technicians

Job summary

A leading national eye care company is looking for a passionate Optometrist in Chicago, IL. The candidate should have a strong commitment to patient care and excellent clinical skills. This role offers the opportunity to focus on patient care without the hassle of running a business, with access to advanced diagnostic technology and support staff. The competitive pay ranges from $52.68 to $72.44 per hour. Join a fast-growing company making quality eye care accessible to all.

Qualifications

• Excellent clinical and people skills.
• Commitment to providing optimal eye health care.
• Experience in handling eye emergencies.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages.
• Perform patient examinations and recommend solutions.
• Collaborate with staff to improve access to healthcare.

Skills

Patient care

Clinical skills

Communication skills

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Tools

Diagnostic technology

Job description

Overview

Visionworks Optometrist - Employed. Our employed optometrists help make quality eye care accessible and affordable, changing the lives of millions of patients each year. Chicago, IL.

Opportunity

If you are an outstanding Optometrist, whose primary goal is to provide excellent patient care, Visionworks is seeking an ambitious and passionate Optometrist who would love a fresh start with a fast-growing company dedicated to helping patients see great, feel great and look great. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, this opportunity can take your career to the next level.

Pay

Pay Rate: $52.68 to $72.44 hourly

Why us?

Visionworks is a leading national eye care company sitting on the corner of healthcare and retail. Our Optometrists enjoy the benefits of being a Doctor without the hassle of running a business. You focus on patient care, we handle the rest — i.e., insurance billing, credentialing, staff hiring and training, and administrative work. At Visionworks, you’ll have access to advanced diagnostic technology, including optical coherence tomography, visual fields, retinal camera, auto-refractor, and electronic health records to manage patient care seamlessly. OD Technicians or Clinical Specialists will be there to work up patients and provide contact lens care and fittings. Visionworks does everything to ensure our Doctors have a fulfilling career and work-life balance.

What You’ll Do

• As part of Visionworks “Oneteam,” you'll provide comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages, including evaluation of visual and medical conditions.
• You'll perform patient examinations, recommend vision-enhancing solutions based on prescription findings, handle eye emergencies, and collaborate with staff to help deliver our commitment to improving access to healthcare.

Who We're Seeking

Optometrists with an entrepreneurial spirit dedicated to patient care who strongly desire to help grow the business long-term. Candidates should have excellent clinical and people skills. Must be committed to providing patients with the highest level of care and a wide range of services to ensure optimal eye health and vision for a lifetime.

Equal Opportunity

VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.