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Optometrist

Doctor's Exchange of Iowa PC • Des Moines, IA, US • 13h ago

Optometrist at Doctor's Exchange of Iowa PC summary:

An optometrist is a primary eye care provider who diagnoses and manages various ocular diseases such as glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, and macular degeneration. They conduct comprehensive eye exams, prescribe corrective lenses, and treat eye conditions including corneal ulcers and uveitis. This role requires a Doctor of Optometry degree and a valid state license to ensure patients receive high-quality, holistic vision and health care.

Company Description

At our practice, we believe that the optometrist is the hero of primary eye care, enabling and safeguarding their patient’s ability to experience his or her best vision. For many people, an optometrist is also the first point of contact into the healthcare system. The eyes can offer a window into overall health, and thus this first touch point can be critical for patients getting the care they need for serious conditions. We don’t take that responsibility lightly, which is why we empower our optometrists to provide the highest quality of care.

We offer competitive benefits that demonstrate how much we value optometrists, ensuring that the financial, health, and well-being needs of doctors are met.

Financial Benefits

Competitive salary and bonus potential (up to thirty thousand dollars per year)
Professional liability insurance coverage
Optometry license reimbursement
Employer-provided student loan repayment program (up to twelve thousand dollars per year) at select offices
Annual Continuing Education Symposium with industry experts and up to 22 hours of COPE-approved CE
Retirement savings programs with employer match
Health Savings Account (HSA) with employer contribution
Personal financial wellness and planning services

Health & Wellness Benefits

No on-call or late evening hours
Medical and dental coverage
Paid holidays and personal time off
Paid FMLA leave of absence
Paid parental leave
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA), including medical and dependent care
Basic life insurance with supplemental life insurance options
Short- and long-term disability insurance
And more!

Plus, there are career and development paths available to you!

Job Description

Primary care is more than prescribing contacts and eyeglasses. Our optometrists report seeing a high amount of anterior and posterior segment pathology in their practices. They manage ocular disease to their comfort level, including but not limited to:

Treating corneal ulcers and uveitis
Red eye
Diagnosing diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma
Removal of foreign bodies
Diagnosing macular disease, retinal holes and retinal detachments

Qualifications

Doctor of Optometry Degree (OD) from an Accredited School of Optometry

State Licensed or will be licensed to practice Optometry (New Graduates) in the state in which you will be practicing.

Additional Information

For more information, please visit our website.

Keywords:

optometry, eye care, ocular disease, vision health, glaucoma, diabetic retinopathy, macular degeneration, eye exams, contact lenses, primary care

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