Optometrist (Tolland Eye Care) - Tolland, CT

Are you an Optometrist who enjoys the comforts of private practice and looking to care for patients part-time? Tolland Eye Care has the perfect opportunity for you! If you're a well-rounded professional dedicated to a career of helping individuals see their world clearly, and you want to work with an expert team to deliver an unparalleled vision care experience, check out this opportunity on the East Coast.

Why join us?

Located in Tolland, Connecticut, Tolland Eye Care is a trusted optometry practice with a friendly and dedicated staff committed to ensuring patient comfort and delivering exceptional quality of care at every visit. The practice places a strong emphasis on preserving eye health while striving to improve vision through comprehensive and progressive eye care. Whether it's routine check-ups or specialized treatments, the practice prioritizes the well-being of patients, aiming to enhance their visual experience and overall eye health. With a focus on both comfort and cutting-edge advancements, Tolland Eye Care is dedicated to providing a comprehensive and personalized approach to meet the unique needs of each individual.

What you'll do:

Caring for patients in a specially designed clinic, you'll provide full-scope optometry, offering comprehensive eye care services to patients. In this role, you'll conduct thorough eye examinations, offer various vision services, and perform contact lens fittings. Working alongside a dedicated team of seven employees, you'll partner to provide exceptional patient care and support—an average of 21 patients are cared for daily. The practice features state-of-the-art technology, including Optos, OCT, Visual Field, B-Scan, Autorefractor, Tear Lab, and a full-service optical, enabling you to deliver advanced diagnostic and treatment options. This part-time position entails working 15 hours per week, spread over two days, allowing for a flexible schedule.

Who we're seeking:

You're a well-rounded professional who thrives in an energetic and dynamic environment. You're enthusiastic about supporting the introduction of specialty contact lens services, bringing your expertise and passion for enhancing patient care. The ideal candidate is motivated to contribute to the practice's goal of building upon its successes and expanding its scope of services. In return, the practice offers a competitive base pay and a production bonus, providing a rewarding compensation package that reflects the dedication and commitment to patients and the practice's growth.

Why you'll love Tolland:

Living in Tolland offers a serene and picturesque experience, surrounded by the beauty of the quiet countryside and abundant opportunities for hiking and outdoor recreation. The town embraces a friendly and close-knit community atmosphere where neighbors quickly become friends. While the town is nestled in the countryside, residents enjoy the convenience of the ocean, beaches, and shoreline within a short distance. Enjoy delightful day trips or weekend getaways to experience the many coastal attractions. Tolland also offers the best of both worlds, making it an ideal place to call home for nature enthusiasts and those seeking a friendly and welcoming community.

Minimum Qualifications:

Optometry license in the state of Connecticut

Special Notice

This is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies. VSP Vision is helping PECAA Max Members recruit qualified applicants for their private practices. VSP Vision is not acting as a job placement agency or staffing firm. Applicants are not guaranteed a job interview or job offer. The hiring decision and acceptance of this position is solely between the hiring practice and the applicant.

The above information in this description was provided by the hiring practice. It has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this role. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees hired in this role.

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VSP Network Practices who are PECAA Max members in good standing benefit from access to dedicated VSP Vision recruiters to help them find qualified Optometrists. VSP Vision is not an employment agency and does not guarantee the placement of any practice professionals. The practice shall have sole responsibility for all decisions in the hiring process including interviewing and hiring of practice professionals. VSP Network Practices also benefit from access to other hiring related resources, including free job listings on the VSP Vision Optometry Career Site, which is linked to over 300 career sites.

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