Optometrist - Patient Care Leader & Practice Growth

AEG Vision; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k with Match

Medical Insurance

Dental Coverage

Life Insurance

STD/LTD

Vision Plan

Vision Discount

HSA/FSA

PTO

Paid Holidays

Job summary

Acuity Eyecare group in Rockford, Illinois seeks a licensed optometrist to perform comprehensive eye exams, diagnose refractive errors and ocular conditions, and manage patient care. The role emphasizes building long-term relationships, educating patients, and ensuring high-quality eyecare with up-to-date lens technology.

The optometrist will collaborate with staff, prescribe eyewear and medications, and contribute to practice growth while maintaining standard post-operative care when needed.

Qualifications

• Doctorate of Optometry from a credentialed institution.
• Must have passed all optometric state boards.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eye exams and vision tests.
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medications.
• Provide patient education and counseling on eyecare.
• Promote eye health and discuss treatment options.
• Coordinate with staff and opticians on lens selections and coatings.
• Provide postoperative care after eye surgery as applicable.

Skills

Patient care

Communication

Ocular history taking

Vision testing

Patient education

Relationship building

Education

Doctorate of Optometry

Passed state boards

Job description

Acuity Eyecare group in Rockford, Illinois seeks a licensed optometrist to perform comprehensive eye exams, diagnose refractive errors and ocular conditions, and manage patient care. The role emphasizes building long-term relationships, educating patients, and ensuring high-quality eyecare with up-to-date lens technology.

The optometrist will collaborate with staff, prescribe eyewear and medications, and contribute to practice growth while maintaining standard post-operative care when needed.