Optometrist (Brookside Optometric)

VSP Vision$100K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
Job Overview by Ladders

Qualifications

  • Doctor of Optometry degree (O.D.) with TPA certificate of licensure.
  • 1-3 years of clinical practice experience; new graduates welcome.
  • Strong communication skills, both verbal and written.
  • Excellent management and organizational skills.
  • Ability to deliver exceptional patient service and exercise independent judgment.

Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive eye examinations for patients.
  • Recommend eyewear options and determine contact lens prescriptions.
  • Utilize advanced technology such as Optomap and OCT for diagnostics.
  • Care for diverse patient populations while providing personalized care.
  • Collaborate with a skilled team throughout patient examinations.

Benefits

  • Join a team committed to community involvement and international eye care outreach.
  • Access to the latest optometric technologies and in-house lab.
  • Opportunity to work in a modernized practice with extended hours.
  • Supportive environment with dedicated staff to assist in patient care.
Full Job Description
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 incentive, bonuses and/or commission dependent on the role. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here.

New Grad Encouraged to Apply

Are you an Optometrist looking for a Full-time opportunity to work in a thriving practice where you'll provide excellent care and improve the quality of life for patients? Do you want to join a team passionate about community involvement and giving back to communities in underserved countries where eye care is needed most? If you're looking for a long-term opportunity to make a difference and directly impact a well-established practice, Brookside Optometric Group is the place for you.

What you'll do:

As the newest member of our team, you'll work 30 to 40 hours weekly and perform comprehensive eye examinations, recommend eyewear, and determine contact lens prescriptions-the practice is open Monday through Saturday. You'll enjoy caring for patients in a modernized practice with access to behind-the-scenes functional technology, including Optomap (retinal scanning), OCT (retinal scanning), FDT (visual field testing), Pentacam (advanced scanning of corneal topography), EnChroma (color vision technology), and auto-refractors-plus, highly-trained staff to support you throughout examinations.

Who you are:

You're an ambitious and compassionate Optometrist who strives to consistently exceed patient expectations while providing personalized and individualized care to ensure excellent eye health and vision care. You enjoy caring for a diverse patient population, and you're an excellent listener who genuinely cares about patients. The preferred qualifications for this position include specialty contact lens fittings and surgical co-management for LASIK. If you want to work with a fantastic team and directly represent Brookside Optometric Group, we invite you to apply! New graduates are encouraged to apply.

Why you'll love Stockton:

Located in California's Central Valley, surrounded by natural beauty, Stockton is situated along the San Joaquin Delta and is a culturally rich and diverse city-plus, it offers perfect weather all year long. With access to iconic locations such as Yosemite National Park, Lake Tahoe, and Sequoia National Park, residents can easily explore the outdoors. Stockton is also known for its art scene where residents can enjoy museums, concerts, live theatre, and year-round farmer's markets. Its proximity to some of California's most visited destinations-San Francisco, Sacramento, Monterey Bay, Napa, and Santa Cruz-make it an ideal location to call home.

Special note about this opportunity:

This career opportunity is with an independently operated practice or affiliated business entity. While VSP Vision and its affiliated companies may assist with recruiting and candidate outreach, the hiring decision, employment relationship, and terms of employment are solely between the employer of record and the applicant.

The above information in this description was provided by the hiring organization and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with 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 on this description had 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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