Optometrist- Escondido & Encinitas

Acuity Eye Group; Encinitas (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Acuity Eye Group in Encinitas, California seeks a licensed Doctor of Optometry to join our growing eye care team.

You will perform comprehensive eye exams, diagnose eye conditions, and prescribe glasses or contacts. You will also maintain accurate medical records and ensure patient privacy and regulatory compliance.

The role emphasizes excellent communication with patients and collaboration with physicians to optimize vision and eye health.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree and active California license in good standing.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye and vision tests.
• Diagnose defects of the eye (myopia, astigmatism, glaucoma).
• Prescribe medications, eyeglasses and contact lenses.
• Advise patients on proper eye care techniques.
• Maintain accurate medical records and ensure privacy per policy.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Eye examination tools

Medical term explanations

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Tools

Ophthalmoscope

Tonometer

Job description

Acuity Eye Group is the largest physician owned and physician managed Eye Group in the U.S. based in Southern California with over 50 locations. Come join us!

About the Role

The Optometrist is responsible for examining the eyes and other parts of the visual system. They also diagnose and treat visual problems and manage diseases, injuries, and other disorders of the eyes. They conduct eye examinations, prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses as needed. The Optometrist ensures that the primary goal of efficiently providing vision care services that exceed customer expectations is achieved, while improving clinical and financial operations.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye and vision tests.
• Diagnose defects of the eye, such as myopia, astigmatism, and glaucoma.
• Provide personalized temporary and permanent solutions to sight issues based on each patient’s specific case and medical history.
• Prescribe medications, eyeglasses and contact lenses.
• Advise patients on proper eye care techniques.
• Promote eye and general health by evaluating and counseling patients.
• Keep updated and accurate medical records for all patients.
• Book next appointments in cases where re-examination is required.
• Train patients on how to use and maintain their contact lenses.
• Refer eye doctors and ophthalmologists when patients need to undergo a surgery or in cases of severe eye injuries.
• Maintain patient, physician, and employee privacy and confidentiality per policy.
• Maintain an appropriate professional appearance and demeanor in accordance with Company policies.
• Maintain strict compliance with State, Federal and other regulations (e.g., OSHA, WC, HIPAA, ADA, FEHA, DOL, HR policies and practices).
• Stay current with changes in the healthcare environment and act accordingly in the best interest of the Company.
• Other duties as assigned by management.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree and active California license in good standing.

Required Skills

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth understanding of eye conditions and vision defects.
• Hands-on experience with eye examination tools, such as ophthalmoscope and tonometer.
• The ability to explain medical terms simply and calmly.