Optometrist - Full-time/Part-time - OD/MD Practice - State College, PA
Job Type – DOCTOR OF OPTOMETRY
3 to 4 days per week – FT/PT
Description – To provide first class eye care services to patients of all ages at your highest licensed abilities in the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania – working with and assisting a team of high-quality eye surgeons along with general and specialty care optometrists - working with trained technicians and the utilization of diagnostic technology including OCT, A-scan/axial length, Corneal Cell Count, Topography, OPTOS/Fundus Photography, HVF, etc.
Why You'll Want to Join Our Team
At Heimer, Fiore, Turco Eye Care & Surgery, you will have an incredible opportunity to improve and preserve the precious gift of sight while making a difference each day. If you are dedicated to a career of helping individuals see their world clearly, and you're looking for a long-term opportunity where you can grow professionally, then Heimer, Fiore, Turco Eye Care & Surgery, located in Central Pennsylvania neighboring Penn State University, is where you want to be.
Company Description
Heimer, Fiore, Turco Eye Care & Surgery, P.C. has been providing advanced eyecare services to communities in Central Pennsylvania for 40 years. We are a multi-specialty practice comprised of general ophthalmologists, cataract/glaucoma surgeons, a corneal specialist, and optometrists that pride themselves on using cutting-edge technology while maintaining strong patient relationships. At Heimer, Fiore, Turco Eye Care & Surgery, our Patients Come First.
Role Description
This is a 3 to 4 day per week, on-site role for an Optometrist at our State College and Bellefonte, PA locations. The Optometrist will be responsible for providing comprehensive care for patients, including performing eye exams, diagnosing, and treating eye conditions, prescribing eyeglasses and contact lenses, and providing patient education on eye health and related conditions. The Optometrist will work closely with our team of ophthalmologists, optometrists, opticians, and support staff to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients.
Why You'll Love Central Pennsylvania
Central Pennsylvania has picturesque natural surroundings, beautiful rolling mountains and valleys with convenient access to an exciting college town that provides a plethora of sports, history, art, food, shopping, and community events. If you are an outdoors enthusiast, some of the best flyfishing streams in the country are present along with hiking and biking and boating in nearby state parks. This provides tranquility and the opportunity for relaxed living. State College also offers award winning education for a young family with children. State College has its own airport and by car is located between three major cities with international airports and public transportation. There are always new events and exciting places to explore.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited program
- Active and unrestricted state optometry license in Pennsylvania
- New graduates and experienced optometrists are encouraged to apply!
- We are especially interested in an applicant with experience in specialty contact lens fitting.
- Strong clinical skills in performing eye exams, diagnosing, and treating eye conditions, and prescribing corrective eyewear.
- Excellent communication skills and ability to explain complex eye health information to patients.
- Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work collaboratively with a team.
- Experience with electronic medical records (EMRs) and other technology used in optometry practices.
- Board certification in optometry or pursuit of certification is encouraged.
Featured Benefits
- Day work shift - no nights or weekends
- Medical insurance
- 401(k)
- PTO
- Holiday pay
- Malpractice Insurance
- CE reimbursement
- PA Optometry License Fees
- DEA license Fees
- Optical Shop Benefits
