Optometrist

SOUTH FLORIDA VISION SERVICES INC; Florida; On-site; USD 100,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

South Florida Vision Services, a premier eye care provider serving Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach and St. Lucie counties, seeks an Optometrist to join our team. You will perform comprehensive exams, recommend vision solutions, and promote preventative eye health with patients.

Residency-trained candidates are welcome; bilingual Spanish is a plus. Candidates must hold an OD license in the state and be willing to travel between locations.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry degree and active OD license in the state of practice.
• Clinical practice experience with current knowledge of Optometric technology and practices.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Strong management, leadership, and organizational abilities.
• New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive vision exams and diagnose eye conditions.
• Recommend vision-enhancing solutions and preventive eye care.
• Promote patient education and follow-up care.
• Collaborate with ophthalmologists and subspecialists.
• Travel between South Florida locations as needed.

Skills

OD license

Clinical experience

Verbal & written communication

Leadership & organization

Independent judgment

Spanish (asset)

Education

Doctor of Optometry degree

OD license in state of practice

Job description

Description

Why You'll Want to Join Our Team

At South Florida Vision Services, you'll have an incredible opportunity to improve and preserve the precious gift of sight while making a difference each day. If you're dedicated to a career of helping individuals see their world clearly, and you're looking for a long-term opportunity where the possibilities are endless, South Florida Vision in South Florida is where you want to be.

Who We Are

When it comes to world-class medical eye care, vision care, and premium optical products, South Florida Vision has it all. As South Florida's premier eye care destination and one of the largest vision care groups in the region, we work together as one team to deliver superior optometry and ophthalmology services. Featuring state-of-the-art vision clinics and surgical centers, patients can expect to receive the gold standard in eye care no matter which location they visit throughout Miami-Dade, Broward, Palm Beach, and St. Lucie counties. Through advanced technology and support from a team of experts, we empower our doctors to provide a spectrum of effective diagnostics and surgical services to improve the quality of life for all patients.

Who We Need

South Florida Vision doctors are highly skilled, sought-out experts committed to excellence in delivering a total eye care experience. We're looking for an Optometrist excited to join forces with a highly regarded practice group. You'll perform comprehensive vision exams, recommend vision-enhancing solutions, and promote preventative eye health through patient education. This is an excellent opportunity to collaborate and expand your skillset with other Optometrists and Ophthalmologists as well as subspecialties such as cornea, glaucoma, retina, refractive, and oculoplastic.

Who You Are

You're an energetic and inspiring professional who thrives in a fast-paced clinic environment while extending kindness and expertise during all interactions. You thrive at providing a large volume of patients with the highest standard of care without sacrificing quality of care. Candidates who are residency-trained and can conduct exams in Spanish will be an asset to the team. As our offices are located throughout South Florida, you must be willing to travel between locations.

Why You'll Love South Florida

Year-round sunshine, endless enjoyment, and world-class entertainment are just a few benefits of the Sunshine State. With picturesque natural surroundings and convenient access to pristine beaches, lakes, and state parks, Florida offers tranquility and the opportunity for relaxed living. Also known as the theme park capital of the world, Orlando is just a drive away—there are always new events and exciting places to explore—plus a plethora of history, art, food, shopping, and community events. With easy access to international airports and public transportation, this is just another reason why South Florida is an idyllic place to call home.

Requirements

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

• Doctor of Optometry degree, O.D. license in the state of practice
• Clinical practice experience with current knowledge of Optometric technology and practices
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong management, leadership, and organizational skills
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of his/her job duties
• New graduates are encouraged to apply!

#LI-ONSITE

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.

The compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses and commissions. For more information regarding iCare benefits, please click here.

Special note about this opportunity:

This career opportunity is with an independently operated practice or affiliated business entity. While VSP Vision and its affiliated companies may assist with recruiting and candidate outreach, the hiring decision, employment relationship, and terms of employment are solely between the employer of record and the applicant.

The above information in this description was provided by the hiring organization and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this role.