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Job Description

Opportunity: Full-Time Associate Optometrist

Are you a passionate Optometrist seeking a fulfilling career with exceptional work-life balance? Our thriving private practice in Cannon Falls, Blue Earth, Owatonna and Zumbrota, Minnesota, is looking for a dedicated individual to join our team! We offer an unparalleled opportunity to practice to the full scope of your license, with incredible flexibility and a supportive environment designed for your professional growth.

Why Choose Us?

• Practice Autonomy: Practice to the full extent of your license, including specialty contact lens fittings and medical eye care management.
• Work-Life Balance: Enjoy a Monday-Friday schedule, with absolutely no weekends!
• Competitive Compensation: Excellent salary with generous incentives and bonuses.
• Comprehensive Benefits:
  • 100% coverage of licensure and DEA expenses
  • Health Insurance
  • Dental Insurance
  • 401K
  • Disability Insurance
  • Retirement savings plan
  • Continuing education opportunities
  • Paid time off and holidays ¹  
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• Supportive Staff: Our skilled technicians handle patient work-ups and billing, allowing you to focus solely on patient care.
• State-of-the-Art Technology: Work in modern, well-equipped offices with the latest optometric technology.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive eye examinations, diagnose, treat, and manage visual system disorders, eye diseases, and injuries.
• Provide exceptional patient care and maintain accurate medical records.
• Effectively communicate with patients, staff, and other healthcare professionals.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree.
• Active and unrestricted Optometry license in the state of Minnesota.
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.
• A dedication to outstanding patient care.

To Apply:

If you are a motivated and patient-centered Optometrist seeking a rewarding career in a supportive and dynamic practice, we encourage you to apply! Please submit your resume and cover letter.

We look forward to hearing from you!

Office

• Practice Autonomy and Professional Growth:

  • Optometrists, especially those with experience, want to utilize their full skill set. Being able to practice to the full extent of their license, including specialty services, is a huge draw. This means they are not just refracting, but providing true medical eye care.
  • Professional growth is also a major motivator. Optometrists want to keep learning and expanding their expertise. A practice that supports this is highly desirable.

• Work-Life Balance:

  • Burnout is a real issue in healthcare. A predictable, Monday-Friday schedule with no weekends is incredibly valuable. It allows optometrists to have a life outside of work, which is essential for their well-being and long-term career satisfaction.

Candidate Description

Professional Qualities:

• Clinically Skilled and Confident:
  • A highly competent optometrist with a strong foundation in diagnosing and treating a wide range of ocular conditions.
  • Comfortable practicing to the full extent of their license, including fitting specialty contact lenses and managing medical eye care.
  • Up-to-date with the latest advancements in optometry and eager to utilize state-of-the-art technology.
• Patient-Centered:
  • Passionate about providing exceptional patient care and building strong patient relationships.
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, capable of explaining complex medical information in a clear and understandable way.
  • Empathetic and compassionate, with a genuine desire to improve patients' vision and overall well-being.
• Self-Motivated and Organized:
  • Able to work independently and efficiently, managing their time effectively.
  • Detail-oriented and meticulous in their record-keeping and documentation.
  • Proactive in identifying and addressing patient needs.
• Professionally Driven:
  • Someone who desires to keep learning, and growing their skill set.
  • Wants to have a long term career in the field of Optometry.

Personal Qualities:

• Values Work-Life Balance:
  • Appreciates a predictable Monday-Friday schedule and the opportunity to maintain a healthy work-life balance.
  • Understands the importance of personal time and pursuing interests outside of work.
• Team Player:
  • Collaborative and supportive, able to work effectively with technicians and other staff members.
  • Contributes to a positive and harmonious work environment.
• Adaptable and Flexible:
  • Able to adapt to changing patient needs and practice demands.
  • Open to new ideas and willing to learn new skills.
• Reliable and Dependable:
  • Someone who will show up on time, and be ready to work.

In essence, the perfect candidate is a skilled and compassionate optometrist who is seeking a fulfilling career in a supportive and balanced environment.

Candidate Requirements

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree.
• Active and unrestricted Optometry license in the state of Minnesota.