Optometrist

United Health Centers; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 130,500 - 159,500; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Paid holidays

PTO

CME Stipend & Days

Malpractice Insurance coverage

Employer sponsored Loan Repayment

Job summary

United Health Centers is seeking a dedicated Optometrist in Visalia, California. The ideal candidate will have a Doctor of Optometry degree and a passion for community health, working with underserved populations.

This position offers a full-time schedule, modern facilities, and a comprehensive benefits package, including health, dental, vision insurance, and retirement plans.

Join us in providing exceptional patient care while enjoying a supportive work environment.

Qualifications

• Must possess a Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) Degree.
• Current CA Optometric License is required.
• Current DEA Certification is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Complete eye exams for glasses and contacts.
• Diagnose and treat eye diseases and abnormalities.
• Conduct and evaluate diagnostic testing.
• Remove foreign bodies from the eye.
• Write prescriptions.
• Counsel patients on eye health issues.

Skills

Patient care

Communication skills

Eye health counseling

Education

Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) Degree

Current CA Optometric License

Current DEA Certification

Job description

Overview

Who we are looking for:

An Optometrist passionate about community health and family medicine

A healthcare professional committed to working with underserved patient populations

Motivated and mission-driven clinician who is looking to be part of our growth as well as their own

Clinicians whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to integrity, compassion, advocacy, respect and excellence – also known as our ICARE values

What we offer:

Modern facilities with state-of-the-art equipment serving the needs of culturally diverse populations

Interdisciplinary approach to patient care

Support staff for each Optometrist include Optometry Assistant & Optometry Technician

Exceptional and fulfilling quality of life – Monday-Friday, 8 hr day work schedule, at one location

Competitive Compensation package which includes health, dental and vision insurance and retirement plan

Paid holidays, PTO and CME

Malpractice Insurance coverage

Employer sponsored Loan Repayment

Responsibilities

Practice to the full extent of your license and offer a wide variety of services including:

• Completing eye exams for glasses and contacts
• Diagnosing and treating eye diseases and abnormalities
• Conducting and evaluating diagnostic testing
• Removing foreign bodies from the eye
• Writing prescriptions
• Counseling patients and other health professionals on eye health issues
• Communicating with doctors, staff, and patients

Qualifications

Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) Degree

Current CA Optometric License

Current DEA Certification

The salary wage range that UHC reasonably expects to pay for the position upon hire starts at $145,000.00 a year plus bonus. Our competitive salaries are dependent on knowledge, skills and experience. The base pay does not include other forms of compensation and/or incentives.

In addition, our comprehensive benefits package includes:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• CME Stipend & Days
• Malpractice Insurance – paid by UHC