What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometrist (Palm Eye Care) position at VSP Ventures Optometric Solutions LLC?
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Seeking an Optometrist who craves the ideal work-life balance! Experience the beauty of Florida's Emerald Coast and a lucrative opportunity to join a growing practice. Deliver top-notch eye care near stunning beaches and enjoy a fantastic quality of life.
Why join us?
Palm Eye Care brings expert eye care to Florida's beautiful Emerald Coast. With its laid-back atmosphere and proximity to popular beaches like Destin and Navarre, the practice offers a unique blend of lifestyle and opportunity. The fast-paced, high-demand practice serves a diverse patient base, including families and professionals from the nearby military base. It provides comprehensive eye care, including specialty contact lenses and treatment for a range of ocular diseases. As the area continues its rapid growth, Palm Eye Care is committed to expanding access to high-quality eye care by welcoming another doctor to its friendly team.
What you'll do:
In this dynamic setting, you'll perform thorough patient examinations, recommend vision-enhancing solutions, and prioritize patient education to promote optimal ocular health. Expect a busy practice with approximately 25 patients daily, including a mix of routine exams, rechecks, and short medical appointments. Flexibility is key as you'll accommodate walk-ins and manage some double-booked appointments throughout the day. This rewarding full-time role offers a two-to-three-day workweek (16 to 24 hours).
Who we're seeking:
You're a motivated Optometrist excited to thrive in a fast-paced, high-demand practice. If you're passionate about providing comprehensive eye care to diverse patients and ensuring their long-term vision health, you'll find a fulfilling role here. As a team player with excellent clinical and communication skills, you'll collaborate with the staff to deliver exceptional patient experiences. You'll enjoy a performance-based incentive structure, scheduling flexibility, and the chance to contribute to the practice's continued growth. The close-knit team values both hard work and a fun-loving atmosphere. Additional incentives include an annual doctor's budget and accruable paid time off and sick time for full-time positions.
Why you'll love Niceville:
Niceville offers a charming blend of Southern hospitality and coastal living. Situated on the shores of the Choctawhatchee Bay, residents enjoy easy access to pristine beaches and abundant water activities. The community boasts excellent schools, family-friendly neighborhoods, and a safe, welcoming atmosphere. With its proximity to the Emerald Coast's popular destinations and the Eglin Air Force Base, Niceville provides a desirable mix of small-town appeal and big-city amenities, making it a great place to call home.
Special note about this opportunity:
This is a career opportunity with a practice owned by VSP Ventures, a VSP Vision Company. While VSP Vision is helping VSP Ventures practices recruit qualified applicants, 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 designed 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, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees hired in 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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