Optometrist

NVISION Eye Centers; Simi Valley (CA); On-site; USD 136,000 - 145,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading ophthalmology provider is seeking an Optometrist in California to lead patient care activities. The role involves managing the clinical aspects for general ophthalmology, cataract, and glaucoma patients, working closely with technicians, and adhering to clinical standards. Ideal candidates will be licensed in California with cataract experience preferred. This position offers competitive compensation and bonus opportunities.

Qualifications

• Licensed Optometrist in the state of California.
• Cataract experience preferred.
• Desire to be an integral part in providing an exceptional patient experience.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Leads all clinical aspects of center to ensure the best patient care.
• Works with technicians to improve efficiencies in testing and patient work up.
• Follows the clinical standards of care for the center.
• Interacts with center and surgeon for communication.
• Performs pre and post-operative care for patients.
• Follows-up with co-managing/referring doctors regarding patient status.
• Defines and reports any clinical incidents as necessary.
• Assists in other areas as needed.

Skills

Licensed Optometrist

Cataract experience

Bilingual (English/Spanish)

Job description

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NVISION® Eye Centers is one of the largest ophthalmology providers in the U.S., with over ninety centers across six states including California, Nevada, Oregon, Arizona, Texas, and Utah. An innovative leader in ophthalmology, we are dedicated to providing the best patient experience through the use of the latest technology and treatment by the most talented and experienced surgeons in the industry. With more than 3,000 eye doctors referring their patients and trusting their own eyes to NVISION surgeons, NVISION Eye Centers is the Eye Doctors' #1 Choice®.

Job Overview

This position is primarily responsible for leading the NVISION Center by ensuring patient care is at the forefront of all activities. The Optometrist will see general ophthalmology patients in addition to educating patients on cataract surgery and lifestyle lenses.

Compensation

Daily rate: $525 - $550 per day with bonus opportunities available. Annual salary: USD $136,000.00 – $145,000.00 per year.

Key Responsibilities

• Leads all clinical aspects of center to ensure the best patient care for all general ophthalmology, cataract, and glaucoma patients.
• Work with the technicians to improve efficiencies in testing and patient work up, in addition to ensuring accurate patient refractions.
• Follows the clinical standards of care for the center, including, but not limited to operating practices and procedure, incident tracking/reporting, quality maintenance, surgical protocol, updating medication protocol, patient, and occupational health and safety.
• Interacts with center and surgeon to ensure full communication between the surgeon and the staff in areas of surgical protocol, patient management and medication schedule.
• Performs pre and post-operative care for patients at center and assists doctors with pre and post-operative care when complications arise.
• Follows-up with co-managing/referring doctors regarding patient status and results.
• Defines and reports any clinical incidents as necessary.
• Assists in other areas as needed.

Qualifications

• Licensed Optometrist in the state of California.
• Cataract experience preferred.
• Desire to be an integral part in providing an exceptional patient experience.
• Bilingual (English/Spanish) preferred.

How to Apply

Feel free to email your CV directly to [e-mail].