Optometrist (Bear Developmental Optometry) - Merced, CA

6 months ago


Merced, United States VSP Global Full time

Are you an Optometrist looking to take the next step in your career and grow your skillset? Bear Developmental Optometry, based in Merced, California, is seeking an enthusiastic Associate Optometrist to join the team immediately If you're looking for a long-term opportunity where the possibilities are endless, this is your chance to join an energetic team and experience the joy of delivering exceptional care.

Why join us?

Bear Developmental Optometry has been providing top-notch eyecare services for the past 38 years. The practice specializes in specialty contact lenses and vision therapy, catering to a diverse range of patients within a 1-2 hour radius. The team comprises experienced professionals that use state-of-the-art technology to ensure the best possible outcomes for each patient. The practice is committed to ensuring that every patient has a memorable and enjoyable experience. The practice also hosts pre-optometry students from UC Merced who shadow and intern throughout the year. The practice's primary focus is expanding its dry eye clinic and aims to acquire an IPL machine by year-end. The ultimate goal is to hire 1-2 associate doctors to serve the growing Merced community.

What you'll do:
As the newest Associate Optometrist on the team, you'll provide optometric services to patients of all ages and visual and medical diagnoses. The practice experiences a daily patient flow of 16 to 18 patients. With access to five fully equipped exam lanes and high-tech equipment such as the Crystal EHR, Visionix Autorefractor, Topo, Pachys, Visionix Autolensometer, Visionix Autophoropter, Visionix Solix OCT (the first office to have it in the US), Zeiss FDT, Optos Silverstone w/SS OCT, iCare tonometer, Zeiss Visual Field, TearCare, Firefly Slit Lamp with Camera and Meibography, and PlusOptix Vision Screener, you'll confidently conduct comprehensive eye tests, ensuring precise diagnoses and tailored solutions. If you are interested in vision therapy or specialty contact lenses, this is an excellent opportunity to continue developing your skillset. Whether you're a recent graduate or an experienced professional, we want to hear from you. The position offers full-time employment status, and the business is looking to hire immediately. The salary and benefits are highly competitive.

Who you are:

The ideal candidate embraces change and technology, enabling you to practice at your full scope, as well as an interest in wanting to expand their knowledge in sub-specialties such as vision therapy and specialty contact lenses. You're a passionate and dedicated individual with a deep commitment to providing exceptional eye care and improving the vision health of the community. You're highly skilled and capable of confidently handling a diverse range of patients with varying visual needs and age groups. You thrive in a collaborative setting, contributing to a positive work culture, and working alongside a team of talented professionals, including opticians, technicians, and administrative staff, to ensure seamless patient care. A strong commitment to continuous learning, exceptional communication skills, and a genuine passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others are essential qualities, as you will play a vital role in the continued success and expansion of the business.

Why you'll love Merced:
Merced charms residents with its small-town atmosphere, affordable housing, and central location in the San Joaquin Valley. Nestled amidst agricultural fields and rolling hills, the city offers a relaxed pace of life with access to outdoor recreational activities like hiking, biking, and fishing. Residents can explore the downtown area with historic buildings, local shops, and cultural attractions, or enjoy events at the nearby University of California, Merced. With its diverse population, strong sense of community, and lower cost of living compared to neighboring cities, Merced provides an inviting and affordable living environment for families and individuals seeking a slice of California's heartland.

You'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:

  • Competitive salary w/production bonus
  • Paid time off
  • Malpractice insurance
  • Annual CE allowance
  • Stipend for medical insurance

Minimum Qualifications:

  • Licensed Optometrist in California
  • Open to new grads
  • TPA and glaucoma certification

Preferred Specialties:

  • Interest in vision therapy, specialty contact lenses, myopia control or dry eye

Special Notice:

This is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies. VSP Vision is helping Premier Program providers recruit qualified applicants for their private practices. The hiring decision and acceptance of this position is solely between the hiring practice and the applicant.

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