Optometrist OD

The position will be an Optometrist providing direct and comprehensive primary, preventive, and therapeutic optometric care to individuals across the spectrum of age and development.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

Education and Experience:

• Doctor of Optometry Degree (OD) from a school accredited by the Accreditation Council of Optometric Association (ACOE)

ESSENTIAL SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• The use of kindness, empathy, and patience when working with colleagues and patients
• Excellent Customer Service Skills
• Team Player
• Knowledge of information and techniques needed to diagnose diseases, and deformities pertaining to optics, eyes, and vision. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventative healthcare measures.
• Strong verbal communication skills with the ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing.
• Skill in tactful communication, judgment, and persuasiveness.
• Skill in the use of all forms of topical ophthalmic diagnostic and therapeutic pharmacological agents to evaluate, diagnose, and manage disorders of the visual and ocular system.
• Ability to competently diagnose and manage a patient caseload as necessary to accommodate patients.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships interdepartmentally as well as other agencies and the public.
• Proficient in computer programs and navigating a computer effectively
• Utilizes advanced optometric procedures and instrumentation to diagnose, treat, and manage ocular disorders and diseases.
• Orders diagnostic imaging and laboratory studies.
• Determines proper remedial alternative, discusses, and interprets findings with the patient.
• Provides patient and family education regarding ocular health issues.
• Evaluates, manages, and triages emergent non-surgical eye conditions.
• Collaborates with other optometrists, ophthalmologists, physicians, technicians, and administrators to facilitate care to meet common healthcare goals.
• Ensures preparation and completion of comprehensive medical records in a timely appropriate manner in compliance with applicable guidelines.
• Maintains clinical competence through continuing medical education, self-study, review of professional journals, and proficiency training.
• Provides emergency pm-call consultation and care as directed.
• Uphold all principles of confidentiality, Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act.
• Outstanding organizational and time management skills
• Interact in an honest, trustworthy, and dependable manner with patients, employees, and vendors.
• Cooperates and effectively communicates with all staff members and physicians about patient matters.
• Possess cultural awareness and sensitivity.
• Meets all medical qualifications of an Optometrist.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job

• Most of the time on the job is spent walking and sitting.
• At times, the job may require weight to be lifted to 50 pounds.
• The job requires the following types of vision: close, distance, peripheral and depth perception
• Typical noise level for the work environment of this job is moderate (i.e. business office with computers and printers, light traffic)
• Must be able to communicate clearly in person and over the telephone
• Hearing must be adequate to perform job duties in person and over the telephone
• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions

Group Specifics

• 13 OD (Optometrists), 8 Locations, 2 Ambulatory Surgery Centers
• OD First Call, No Hospital call
• Services include Cornea, LASIK, Cataract Surgery, Glaucoma management and Surgery, Medical Retina, Eye Lid Surgery, Optometry, Dry Eye, and Optical
• Currently Expanding locations and Physicians throughout Mid-Florida
• 3 Physician Owners, with a Partnership Track for New Ophthalmologists based on an existing formula as well as personal production, time, and owner's discretion

This is a great opportunity for an experienced Optometrist who is passionate about providing exceptional eye care services. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages. Join our team of dedicated professionals in delivering high-quality vision care to our patients. Apply now!

Job Type: Full-time/Exempt

Benefits:

• 20 Days Paid Time Off (plus 6 paid holidays)
• HSA
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• $4500 Annual Continuing Education Allowance
• 401K Match Program Profit Sharing
• Short Term & Long-Term Disability Insurance
• Employee Assistance Plan
• Draw Base & Production Bonus structure
• Sign-on bonus: Up to $10,000

Schedule:

• 8-hour shift
• Monday to Friday

License/Certification:

• Optometry License (Required)

Ability to Commute:

• Lakeland- Harden
• Winter Haven
• Sebring
• Haines City

Ability to Relocate:

• Lakeland, FL
• Winter Haven, FL
• Sebring, FL
• Haines City, FL
• Must Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person