Optometrist

Optometrist

Texas Vision Associates

Abilene, TX 79606

Posted 10 months ago

  • Job Type(s)

    Part Time
  • Industry

    Healthcare
  • Job Description

    Optometrist

    Company Description

    At our practice, we believe that the optometrist is the hero of primary eye care, enabling and safeguarding their patients ability to experience his or her best vision. For many people, an optometrist is also the first point of contact into the healthcare system. The eyes can offer a window into overall health, and thus this first touch point can be critical for patients getting the care they need for serious conditions. We dont take that responsibility lightly, which is why we empower our optometrists to provide the highest quality of care.

    We now offer NEW office hours several days per week, giving optometrists more free time in the evenings. Plus, on select Saturdays, we now pay a base rate of one thousand dollars per day!

    We offer competitive part-time benefits that demonstrate how much we value optometrists, ensuring that the financial, health, and well-being needs of doctors are met.

    Financial Benefits

    • Competitive pay and bonus potential (up to thirty thousand dollars per year)
    • Earn one thousand dollars per day on select Saturdays
    • Professional liability insurance coverage
    • Retirement savings programs with employer match
    • Personal financial wellness and planning services

    Health & Wellness Benefits

    • No on-call or late evening hours
    • Paid Sick Time
    • Paid FMLA leave of absence
    • Paid parental leave

    Job Description

    Primary care is more than prescribing contacts and eyeglasses. Our optometrists report seeing a high amount of anterior and posterior segment pathology in their practices. They manage ocular disease to their comfort level, including but not limited to:

    • Treating corneal ulcers and uveitis
    • Red eye
    • Diagnosing diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma
    • Removal of foreign bodies
    • Diagnosing macular disease, retinal holes and retinal detachments

    Qualifications

    Doctor of Optometry Degree (OD) from anAccredited School of Optometry

    State Licensed or will be licensed to practice Optometry (New Graduates)in the state in which you will be practicing.

    Additional Information

    For more information, please visit ourwebsite.