Full Job Description
We are seeking a full-time optometrist to join our nationally recognized and award-winning Mercy Eye Specialists in Springfield, MO providing medical, perioperative and disease management of both anterior and posterior segment of the eye. An ideal candidate will have superb refracting, slit lamp and indirect ophthalmoscopy skills, an interest in outcome analysis and research, and extensive medical eye care knowledge. A Mercy Eye Specialists provider will consistently interface with patients, surgeons, and need to possess effective communication skills. A passion for education is highly desired. Our eye care team in Springfield consists of nine ophthalmologists. Retina, cornea, refractive, and pediatric subspecialties are all well-represented. Strong growth is projected over the next three to five years.
Mercy Clinic Eye Specialists - Ophthalmology - E. Seminole
347Specialized equipment such as, IOL Master700, Galilei Tomography, Confocal, Endothelial cell Count, Visx iDesign, Eximer Laser, Avedro Crosslinking technology. Optos Camera, Autorefractor, ERG, OCT, Humphrey Visual Field, Fundus Camera, Cassini, B scan, Zeiss Forum347Dedicated eye surgery center, performing 6400+ surgeries annually.
347OR suites are equipped with state-of-the-art technology such as femtosecond laser, superior microscope technology with live OCT, heads up display and more.
347Our team offers comprehensive eye services for patients of all ages.
347Our entire group is highly respected, exceptionally trained, and provide compassionate high-quality eye care.
347Experienced group of ophthalmologists; several have been with Mercy over 20 years
347Working in surgical practice with MD/OD team seeing on average 25 post-operative established patients daily in conjunction with our cataract, refractive, cornea, and retina subspecialists.
347Robust Femtosecond laser cataract surgery program, utilizing latest technology in premium toric and multifocal IOLS
347Proven business available with high surgical block utilization and the most comprehensive Ophthalmology department in 200+ mile radius of Springfield, MO.
347Rated in the top 5% nationally for overall clinical excellence by Healthgrades
Springfield, Missouri
Living in Springfield is easy with everything you need! We have a plentiful and growing job market, great schools, universities, world-class health care, and all the entertainment and cultural options of a big city-but with far less stress and an abundance of character and friendliness. Enjoy a top 10 city for low cost of living and top 20 best places to live and work! Minutes from Branson and easy trips to Kansas City and St. Louis!
This Position Offers:
347Integrated health system with a competitive compensation including annual market reviews
347Comprehensive, day one benefits including health, dental, vision and CME for full-time and part-time providers
347Retirement plans available with employer contribution and matching options
347Professional liability coverage provided
347As a not-for-profit system, Mercy qualifies for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)
