Optometrist

Job Type

Full-time

Description

Optometrist -Acuity Eye Group- San Pedro -Southern California

Acuity Eye Group is the largest physician owned, privately managed (no private equity) Eye Group in the U.S. Based in Southern California, Acuity Eye Group has 50 locations with 40 Optometrists and 40 Ophthalmologists representing the subspecialties of Cornea, Glaucoma, Retina, Oculoplastics and Pediatrics. Patients can find a variety of services within a single clinic, ensuring the best use of their time and a comprehensive approach to care. www.acuityeyegroup.com

Acuity Optometrists practice full scope medical optometry, working alongside comprehensive, glaucoma and vitreoretinal surgeons, Acuity Optometrists manage ocular disease, glaucoma, and vitreoretinal diseases, interpret imaging, manage cataract pre and post operative care, in addition to prescribing glasses, contact lenses, and medications.

• Monday- Friday, no weekends, no nights

• State of the Art technology - OCT, B-Scan, Optos, pachymetry, IOL master, biometry, corneal topography, and tomography

• Mix of medical, refraction and post op patient visits

• Advanced Bespoke EMR "FOCUS" with imaging and remote access.

• Great support staff - 2 Techs and 2 lanes

• Telehealth Optometrist options for remote assistance

• Well established practice for you to learn and grow.

• Busy surgical practice with consulting retina, cornea, glaucoma and comprehensive MDS

• Competitive guaranteed salary plus bonus plan

• Sign on Bonus/Relocation allowance

• $5000-$10,000 referral bonus for referring other Optometrists-Ophthalmologists

• Minimal call 1:8 after-hours/month triage phone call only-no onsite

• Specialty interests welcomed.

Contacts:

Michael Griffin-Acuity Eye Group or Sonya Jackson

Email: mgriffin@acuityeyegroup.com or sjackson@acuityeyegroup.com

Requirements

REQUIRED:

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree and active California license in good standing.
• Minimum 2 years' work experience.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth understanding of eye conditions and vision defects.
• Hands-on experience with eye examination tools, such as ophthalmoscope and tonometer.
• The ability to explain medical terms simply and calmly.

• Glaucoma Certification a plus.
• Knowledge of Care Cloud EMR.

• Current, unrestricted California Optometrist License.

• Applied understanding of general principles of optometry and best practices for the diagnosis and treatment of eye-related disorders and conditions.
• Strong leadership skills and ability to coach, teach, and inspire.
• Team player and individual contributor coupled with excellent communication skills and interpersonal skills in order to provide guidance to less experienced team members.
• Computer proficiency including knowledge of Word, Excel and use of standard office equipment.
• Effective oral and written communications skills with internal and external customers at all levels.
• Ability to respond to common inquiries from customers, staff, vendors, or other members of the business community.
• Ability to draw valid conclusions, apply sound judgment in making decisions, and to make decisions under pressure.
• Ability to direct the work of others and work as a Team Leader and Coach in attainment of goals.
• Ability to interpret and apply policies and procedures.
• Ability to address others professionally and respectfully by actions, words and deeds.
• Detail oriented, organized, process focused, problem solver, self-motivated, proactive, customer service focused.
• Display independent judgment by willingness to make timely and accurate decisions based on available information that is sometimes vague or limited in nature.
• Ability to multitask effectively and work in a fast paced and sometimes ambiguous environment, without compromising quality of work.
• Ability to prioritize tasks and projects with limited direction, while understanding and contributing to the success of the Company.