Courtenay, BC · On-site +1
CA$900 - CA$1.0K/day
By joining an independent Optometry Partner and a team of passionate eyecare professionals, you'll make a meaningful impact on eye health in the community. Your associate optometrist opportunity at ...
Courtenay, BC · On-site +1
CA$900 - CA$1.0K/day
By joining an independent Optometry Partner and a team of passionate eyecare professionals, you'll make a meaningful impact on eye health in the community. Your associate optometrist opportunity at ...
In remote optometry positions, your job is to work from home to assess and treat patients’ eye conditions using modern technological devices like high-definition smartphone cameras. As a virtual optometrist, you may diagnose eye conditions, such as nearsightedness and farsightedness, suggest treatment options for each patient, or provide suggestions for dealing with the daily problems caused by sight issues. Some remote optometrists focus on certain parts of the population, such as seniors who cannot leave the house to get exams in-person. Some optometrists provide remote optometry services in addition to regular office appointments. In these cases, you usually do your remote optometry services from your office, and the name refers to the patient's remoteness. You can also work in remote research roles in which you help expand the collective knowledge of the field.
| Aspect | Remote Optometry | Remote Ophthalmology |
|---|---|---|
| Required Credentials | Doctor of Optometry (OD) license | Medical Doctor (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) with ophthalmology specialization |
| Work Environment | Telehealth consultations, vision assessments, patient education | Medical diagnosis, surgical planning, complex eye disease management |
| Employer & Industry Usage | Optometry clinics, telehealth platforms, retail optical chains | Hospitals, specialized eye clinics, telemedicine services |
Remote Optometry primarily involves vision care, eye exams, and basic eye health assessments via telehealth, requiring an OD license. Remote Ophthalmology focuses on diagnosing and managing complex eye conditions, often requiring an MD or DO degree. While both roles utilize telemedicine, Remote Optometry is more accessible for general eye care, whereas Remote Ophthalmology handles advanced medical cases.
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Courtenay, BC • On-site, Remote
CA$900 - CA$1.0K/day
Full-time
Re-posted 19 days ago
Associate Optometrist - Changing lives through better sight
Driftwood Mall, Courtenay
The independent optometrist at Specsavers Driftwood Mall is looking for an associate optometrist to join their thriving clinic. This opportunity qualifies for up to a $100k forgivable loan with a three-year commitment and is one of only two clinics in Canada offering Teleoptometry, giving you the flexibility to work remotely from home up to half of the time!
Specsavers is the world's largest, privately-owned optical retailer. Our journey began 40 years ago in the UK, with visionary optometrists Doug and Mary Perkins. Today, we support over 2,800 healthcare businesses, passionately caring for more than 48 million patients and customers worldwide.
We believe that access to quality eyecare should be a right, not a luxury. That's why we've made OCT available as a standard part of eye exams. With our advanced clinical equipment and an extensive range of affordable and high-quality eyewear, we're here to make a real difference in the lives of our customers.
Your opportunity and practice
Offering eye exams when patients need them starts with having the right team in each of our optometrist-owned and operated clinics. By joining an independent Optometry Partner and a team of passionate eyecare professionals, you'll make a meaningful impact on eye health in the community.
Your associate optometrist opportunity at Driftwood Mall gives you:
Clinical Excellence:Benefit from a fully integrated clinic with the latest diagnostic technology, including:
Viewing patient pre-test reports and history is easier than ever and ensures so you can have more informed consultations with your patients.
Culture of Dedication: Join a team committed to community eyecare and proactive monitoring of eye health for preventable vision loss, with OCT available as a standard part of every eye exam.
Clinical Autonomy: Practice in a private, independent clinic with the support and resources of Specsavers, giving you the freedom to deliver care your way.
Pre-test Support:Trained eyecare consultants welcome and take your patients through pre-testing so you have reports sent directly to your exam room to prepare for your consultations.
Professional Development:Get access to a qualified optometry support consultant for professional development on-site and virtually.
Compensation:
Receive a daily minimum or percentage of billings, whichever amount is higher for each clinic day worked. The expected range for this role is:
Daily minimum between $900 to $1000
Percentage of billings between 80% and 85%
This opportunity qualifies for up to a $100k forgivable loan with a three-year commitment. Ask to learn more about how our forgivable loan program can help you with your student loan. Final compensation will be determined based on experience and skillset by the independent clinic owner.
Apply Now
If you are passionate about changing lives through better sight, we'd love to hear from you! Reach out to our Recruitment Team at margo.anderson@specsavers.com