Optometrist (Eye Optics)

VSP Ventures; Elk Grove (CA); Hybrid; USD 121,000 - 196,000; Full time

Job summary

EyeOptics Optometry Center in Elk Grove, CA seeks a full-time Optometrist to join a busy practice serving the Elk Grove community since 1981, offering comprehensive eye care including exams, myopia control, LASIK co-management, and dry eye management.

You will perform eye exams, diagnose ocular diseases, prescribe lenses, dispense prescriptions, manage eye emergencies, and educate patients, working with a team of 20 professionals to deliver patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry degree required; OD licensure in good standing.
• 1–3 years of clinical eye care experience preferred; new grads welcome.
• Strong communication skills and patient service orientation.
• Ability to work in fast-paced clinical setting with team.
• Knowledge of vision therapy and ocular disease treatments is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Perform eye exams and surgical co-management.
• Diagnose and treat ocular diseases.
• Prescribe corrective lenses and dispense prescriptions.
• Handle eye emergencies and urgent eye care.
• Promote healthy vision through patient education.
• Collaborate with a team of professionals to deliver care.

Skills

Strong verbal and writtencommunication

1-3 years clinical practice

Leadership and organizational skills

Business aptitude and professionalism

Discretion and independent judgment

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree

TPA certificate of licensure

Job description

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Optometrist (Eye Optics)

Full Time EyeOptics Optometry Center- Elk Grove, Elk Grove, CA, US

6 days ago Requisition ID: 2864

Salary Range: $120,640.00 To $196,040.00 Annually

Compensation range for the role is listed above. 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 incentives, bonuses, and/or commission dependent on the role. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, pleaseclick here .

EyeOptics Optometry Center is a trusted and well-established practice, providing comprehensive eye care services to the Elk Grove community. The practice is currently seeking a full-time Optometrist to join their dedicated team and help continue providing exceptional patient care. If you are a passionate and energetic Optometrist looking for a rewarding career providing patient-centered care, this opportunity is tailor-made for you!

EyeOptics Optometry Center is committed to delivering personalized, high-quality eye care with the latest advancements in technology. Serving the Elk Grove community since 1981, the practice offers a wide range of services, including eye health exams, vision correction, and specialized treatments such as myopia control, LASIK and refractive surgery co-management, and dry eye management. With a strong focus on patient education and preventative care, the dedicated team ensures that every patient receives a comprehensive and caring experience. What you'll do: As a member of the EyeOptics Optometric team, you will have the opportunity to work with a team of dedicated professionals committed to helping individuals achieve their best vision. You'll perform eye exams and surgical co-management, diagnose and assist in treating ocular diseases, prescribe corrective lenses, prescription dispensing, handle eye emergencies, and promote healthy vision through patient education. You'll have access to advanced diagnostic technology to diagnose and treat a wide array of eye diseases. You will work alongside a team of 20 skilled professionals and treat up to 22 patients daily. Who you are: You're a dynamic and versatile professional who excels within a clinical, fast-paced setting. Your proficiency in various facets of optometry will be integral to delivering efficient and comprehensive care to special populations. Your enthusiasm to contribute to the practice's distinguished reputation and preserve its legacy is greatly valued. You consistently stay up-to-date with industry trends, new products, and lens technologies to ensure patients are aware of the visual solutions that will meet their individual needs. The ideal candidate will have experience with vision therapy and ocular diseases and treatments. This position is open to both experienced professionals and recent graduates. Why you'll love Elk Grove: Located in the heart of Northern California, Elk Grove is a thriving city with a small-town feel, diverse communities, and an abundance of beautiful parks. Just south of America's farm-to-fork capital, Sacramento, Elk Grove is home to an excellent school system and offers unique areas to live and raise a family. One of its greatest advantages is the ideal weather: hot summers with low humidity and cool nights, plus mild winters and subtle weather changes that allow the experience of changing seasons. Elk Grove’s proximity to some of California's most visited destinations—Lake Tahoe, San Francisco, Napa, Monterey, Santa Cruz, and Yosemite, to name a few—make it an ideal location to practice.

Special note about this opportunity:

This is a career opportunity with a practice owned by VSP Ventures, a VSP Vision Company. While VSP Vision is helping VSP Ventures practices recruit qualified applicants, the hiring decision and acceptance of this position are solely between the hiring practice and the applicant. Employer of record, Fifth Optometric Care of California PC.

The above information in this description was provided by the hiring practice. It has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this role. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees hired in this role.

Job Specifications

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

• Doctor of Optometry degree, O.D., including Third Party Administrator (TPA) certificate of licensure
• 1-3 years of clinical practice experience with current knowledge of Optometric technology and practices; new graduates are encouraged to apply
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Strong management, leadership, and organizational skills
• Strong business aptitude, self-discipline, and ability to deliver outstanding patient service
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of his/her job duties

Working Conditions

The working environment is generally favorable; lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job grade.

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