Optometrist - OptimEyes

Henry Ford Health; Clinton Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 110,000 - 145,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-on bonus up to $20,000

Job summary

Henry Ford Health's OptimEyes is seeking a licensed Optometrist in Michigan to deliver comprehensive primary eye care, including ocular health evaluations, refractive services, and contact lens management, in a retail optical setting with evening and weekend hours.

Join a team led by our General Manager and the Department of Ophthalmology, focused on exceptional patient care, professional growth, and practice development. A sign-on bonus up to $20,000 is available for qualified candidates.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited school.
• Current/active license to practice optometry in Michigan.
• Experience in primary eye care and patient care responsibilities is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive primary eye care including ocular health evaluations, refractive services, and contact lens prescriptions and management.
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic eye diseases with evidence-based medical care.
• Provide specialty eye care such as medically necessary contact lens fitting and dry eye management.

Skills

Clinical excellence

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree

Job description

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Company Description

At Henry Ford Health, we're committed to advancing health and improving lives for the millions of people we serve across Michigan and around the world. As one of the nation's leading academic health systems, we provide a comprehensive continuum of care that includes primary and preventive services, specialty and complex care, virtual care, pharmacy, home health, eye care, health insurance, and more. With 12 hospitals and hundreds of ambulatory care locations, including former Ascension Southeast Michigan and Flint Region facilities, our growing network expands access to exceptional care in the communities we serve.

Headquartered in Detroit, Henry Ford Health is helping shape the future of healthcare through the transformative Future of Health: Detroit initiative, a $3 billion investment that is redefining our academic healthcare campus and advancing innovation, research, education, and community impact.

Our work is grounded in purpose, collaboration, and belonging. We empower team members to grow their careers, contribute innovative ideas, and make a meaningful difference every day. Whether you're caring for patients, supporting operations, conducting research, or driving new solutions, you'll be part of a team united by a shared mission: delivering exceptional care, advancing health outcomes, and building healthier communities for all.

Job Description

SIGN ON BONUS ELIGIBLE - Up to $20,000

Join the dynamic eye care team that is the driving force behind the success of Henry Ford Health System's OptimEyes.

Our Mission

We enhance and enrich people's lives by providing compassionate, state-of-the-art eye care and vision for life.

Our Vision

We are leaders in eye care committed to advancing the profession through education, training, and innovation.

General Summary

As an Optometrist at OptimEyes, you'll play a pivotal role in delivering exceptional patient care while collaborating with our General Manager, clinical leadership, and the Department of Ophthalmology. You'll contribute to a thriving practice that balances clinical excellence with professional growth, ensuring every patient receives comprehensive, compassionate eye care while helping our office achieve its performance goals.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

Clinical Excellence & Patient Care

• Deliver comprehensive primary eye care including ocular health evaluations, refractive services, and contact lens prescriptions and management
• Diagnose and manage acute and chronic eye diseases with evidence-based medical care
• Provide specialty eye care services such as medically necessary contact lens fitting and dry eye management, based on your training and expertise
• Maintain the highest standards of professional care and clinical best practices

Leadership & Team Collaboration

• Work collaboratively with clinical leadership to ensure seamless delivery of eye care across all patient populations
• Mentor and support ancillary staff development, fostering a culture of continuous learning and excellence
• Serve as a clinical role model, embodying our commitment to compassionate, quality care
• Contribute to professional staffing planning and clinic coverage coordination

Practice Growth & Professional Development

• Build and strengthen relationships with Henry Ford Medical Centers, emergency departments, and system partners to expand referral networks
• Develop strategic partnerships with external organizations including pharmacies and healthcare facilities to enhance patient access to care
• Maintain and nurture key professional relationships that support practice growth
• Pursue continuing education and professional development to advance your expertise and maintain licensure

Organizational Engagement

• Actively participate in office and staff meetings, contributing to practice improvement initiatives
• Support practice-building programs and strategic initiatives that advance OptimEyes' mission

Qualifications

EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:

• Successful completion of the program from a school of Optometry.
• Previous direct patient care experience.
• Experience in primary care optometry, preferred

Certifications/Licensures Required

• Licensed as an Optometrist in the State of Michigan.
• Must be T.P.A./D.P.A. certified.
• Must meet or exceed core customer service responsibilities, standards and behaviors as outlined in the HFHS' Customer Service Policy
• Must practice the customer skills as provided through on-going training and in-services.

Additional Information

PHYSICAL DEMANDS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

• Works in a retail optical environment.
• Requires evening and weekend hours.