Optometrist – Part-time or Full-time – Private practice – Newton, MA 02461, USA
About Our Practice
Part-time or full-time optometrist position available in our private practice in Newton. We do comprehensive eyecare and contact lens services as well as active co-management of glaucoma, ARMD, cataract and refractive surgery patients. We also perform ortho-k and scleral lens fittings, and vision therapy, so there is a wide variety of patients if you are interested in any specialty. We have an autorefractor, Optos, Maestro 2 OCT, topographer, Eaglet scleral profiler, visual field and VTS4 vision therapy and sports vision equipment.
Optometrist Job Duties & Responsibilities
We are searching for a talented OD to join our practice! You'll use your clinical and interpersonal skills to provide high-quality vision care to our patients. The ideal OD candidate is committed to delivering quality patient care, and is eager to learn and develop their clinical skillset. Your regular duties will include:
- Perform comprehensive eye exams
- Diagnose and assist in the treatment of ocular disease
- Prescribe corrective lenses
- Provide pre- and post-operative care to surgical patients
- Promote healthy vision by counseling and educating patients
- Maintain detailed patient records regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and progress
- Handle eyecare emergencies
Optometrist Job Requirements & Qualifications
- Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree
- Valid state license to practice optometry
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of patient personalities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A strong sense of workplace professionalism and personal ethics
- Customer-service orientation with excellent interpersonal skills
Compensation and Benefits
We reward our doctors with competitive salaries (commensurate with experience) as well as benefits including:
- Sick time
- Vacation days
- Health insurance
- Retirement plan
- Malpractice insurance
- Licensing fees
- Continuing education (CE)
Whether you are looking for your first opportunity in eyecare, or you’re an experienced optometrist looking to take the next step in your career, we look forward to welcoming you to our team! Apply here through Eyes On Eyecare!
