Position: Optometrist

UPTOWN EYE SPECILAIST GROUP

Job Description

U-OPTICAL is searching for a talented and qualified optometrist to join our growing practice in Vaughan and Scarborough. As an optometrist, you will be expected to use your skills and knowledge to provide high-quality vision care to our patients. Your duties will include conducting eye examinations, prescribing corrective lenses, and determining patients’ visual alertness.

To qualify for this role, you must be state-licensed and possess in-depth knowledge of eye-related disorders, conditions, and treatment. The ideal candidate will be customer service oriented with excellent analytical and communication skills.

Optometrist Responsibilities:

• Perform thorough routine eye inspections.
• Identify the patient’s visual alertness, field of vision, and hand-eye coordination.
• Diagnose sight problems, such as nearsightedness and color blindness.
• Diagnose, monitor and use non-surgical treatments to deal with eye diseases, such as glaucoma, cataracts and macular degeneration
• Spot signs of overall health issues, such as diabetes and high blood pressure
• Refer patients to ophthalmologists (for further medical treatment or eye surgery) and other medical professionals, as needed
• Prescribe corrective lenses and medications.
• Maintain accurate medical files for all patients.
• Promote eye health by teaching patients about proper eye care techniques.
• Identify and assess eye defects and diseases such as diabetes and liver failure.
• Record all diagnosis and treatment plans including transfers and therapeutic prescriptions.
• Answer questions and provide advice to patients regarding vision and optical issues.
• Deliver outstanding customer service through all patient interactions.
• Direct staff and assist in the development of the overall practice.

Optometrist Requirements:

• Doctor of optometry (O.D.) degree.
• Must possess a state-issued license for O.D. and optometry.
• A minimum of 2 years ‘experience as an Optometrist.
• Outstanding communication and interpersonal skills.
• In-depth knowledge of eye-related disorders and conditions.
• Customer service oriented with excellent analytical skills.

Preference for recruitment will be given for candidates who have experience with or are interested to develop skills in:

• Dry eye treatment procedures
• Myopia control management
• Low vision assessment and management
• Specialty contact lens fitting

Job Specific Requirements:

Preference for recruitment will be given for those who:

• Can travel attend both Vaughan and Scarborough sites
• Can commit to a minimum of 2 days per week including 2 Saturdays per month at either or both above sites
• Can commit to at least 1 late shift per week.

Salary and Compensation:

Will be discussed in interview.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Salary: $93,009.80-$106,560.87 per year

Benefits:

• Dental care
• Extended health care
• Life insurance
• RRSP match

Flexible Language Requirement:

• French not required

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Day shift
• Evenings
• Monday to Friday
• Morning shift
• Weekend availability

Supplemental pay types:

• Commission pay

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Concord, ON: reliably commute or plan to relocate before starting work (required)

Work Location: One location

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