Optometrist (Visual Edge Optometric Group) - Gilroy, CA

VSP Vision$90K — $120K *
Healthcare
Less than 5 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Optometry license in California
  • Bachelor's degree
  • Experience managing glaucoma and diabetic eye care
  • Comfortable fitting specialty contact lenses
  • Strong communication skills, Spanish-speaking preferred

Responsibilities

  • Provide exceptional patient care through comprehensive eye exams
  • Utilize advanced technology for diagnosing and managing eye conditions
  • Ensure accurate charting of patient information
  • Deliver personalized care that values each patient
  • Collaborate with the team to create a supportive patient experience
  • Maintain flexibility in work schedule to accommodate patient needs

Benefits

  • Competitive pay
  • Medical and dental insurance
  • Potential production bonus
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Retirement plan options
Full Job Description
Visual Edge Optometric Group in Gilroy, CA is seeking an enthusiastic Associate Optometrist to join their dedicated team. This is a fantastic opportunity to become part of a well-established practice that values a family work environment, flexibility, and a good work/life balance. If you're looking to foster long-lasting relationships built on trust and mutual respect, then Visual Edge Optometric Group is the place for you!

What you'll do:

As an Associate Optometrist at Visual Edge Optometric Group, your primary responsibility will be providing exceptional patient care through comprehensive eye exams and accurate charting. With advanced technology such as OCT, fundus cameras, digital phoropters, and Crystal EMR, you will diagnose and manage various eye conditions with precision. Your role will also include delivering personalized care to ensure each patient feels valued. With a flexible work schedule, you will collaborate closely with a skilled team to create a seamless and supportive experience for patients.

Who you are:

You are a friendly and approachable professional who excels in building positive relationships with both staff and patients. Spanish-speaking skills are a plus, enhancing your ability to communicate effectively with a diverse patient base. You are comfortable using Crystal EMR and adept at managing glaucoma and diabetic eye care. Additionally, you have experience fitting specialty contact lenses, ensuring patients receive tailored solutions for their vision needs. Your dedication to providing exceptional care and your ability to work seamlessly with advanced technology make you an asset to the team.

Why you'll love Gilroy:
Gilroy, California is a delightful place to work and live! Known as the "Garlic Capital of the World," Gilroy offers a unique blend of small-town charm and agricultural heritage. The city is surrounded by beautiful vineyards and farms, providing a picturesque backdrop for daily life. Gilroy boasts a variety of local shops, restaurants, and annual events, including the famous Gilroy Garlic Festival. The community is friendly and welcoming, with a strong sense of togetherness. Located in Santa Clara County, Gilroy provides easy access to both the scenic countryside and the bustling Bay Area. If you're looking for a place that combines rural beauty with a vibrant community, Gilroy, CA could be the perfect fit for you.

You'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:
  • Competitive pay
  • Medical and dental insurance
  • Potential production bonus
  • Continuing education allowance
  • Retirement plan options


Minimum Qualifications:
  • Optometry license in the state of California
  • Bachelor's degree

Preferred Specialties:
  • Comfortable managing glaucoma and diabetic eye care and fitting specialty contact lens


Special Notice

This is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies. VSP Vision is helping PECAA Max Members recruit qualified applicants for their private practices. VSP Vision is not acting as a job placement agency or staffing firm. Applicants are not guaranteed a job interview or job offer. The hiring decision and acceptance of this position is solely between the hiring practice and the applicant. The above information in this description was provided by the hiring practice. It has been designated 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, comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees hired in this role.

VSP Vision OD Recruitment Support

VSP Network Practices who are PECAA Max members in good standing benefit from access to dedicated VSP Vision recruiters to help them find qualified Optometrists. VSP Vision is not an employment agency and does not guarantee the placement of any practice professionals. The practice shall have sole responsibility for all decisions in the hiring process including interviewing and hiring of practice professionals. VSP Network Practices also benefit from access to other hiring related resources, including free job listings on the VSP Vision Optometry Career Site, which is linked to over 300 career sites.

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Joining VSP Vision offers an unparalleled opportunity to advance a career with a leader in vision care. Known for innovation and leadership in the healthcare sector, VSP Vision is where professionals can engage in meaningful work that makes a difference in people’s lives.

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