Optometrist

Helm Vision Group is an Ophthalmology/Optometry practice offering services in: Cataracts, Dry Eye, Glaucoma, Cornea Transplants, Blepharoplasty, Pterygium Surgery, and LASIK. We have 3 office locations- 2 in Santa Clarita Valley and 1 in Palmdale. Our home office in Valencia is located right off the Magic Mountain exit. At Helm Vision, we strive to provide the highest level of patient care while treating our patients with compassion and respect. Our office staff is dedicated to serving the vision needs to a diverse patient population, which also include a mix of retail and medical patients. We value teamwork, respect, honesty, trustworthiness, accuracy, efficiency, and job integrity.

We are currently seeking for a Part-Time Optometrist, OD, to join our team of professionals. Availability for Saturday rotations is required. Part-time schedule to be determined, based on clinic operational needs. The ideal candidate will deliver high compassionate optometric/vision care services and collaborates in a teamwork oriented environment with utmost professionalism.

New Graduate Optometrists are encouraged to apply! Start your Doctor of Optometry career with us for a fulfilling experience!

We offer quarterly and bi-weekly bonuses contributing to a competitive income.

 

Essential Job Functions:

· Responsible for evaluating and examining patients, diagnosing eye and vision problems, testing patients depth and color prescription, and testing patients ability to coordinate and focus their eyes

·Prescribe medications, fit, and adjust eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision aids

· Provides treatment of the visual system within the scope of optometric licensure, including writing prescriptions for contact lenses and glasses

· Conduct comprehensive eye exams using optometric equipment/instruments and general diagnostic interpretation.

·Recommend appropriate patient follow-up and advises on proper eye care techniques

·Consults with Ophthalmologist when appropriate

·Answer questions and provide recommendations to patients regarding vision and optical issues

·Ensures a properly executed patient hand off to Optical or Front Office staff

·Direct staff (Ophthalmic Techs) with patient procedures

·Promotes patient satisfaction by providing high quality service and care

·Timely completes regular and accurate patient medical charting of the treatment and services provided

· Attends quarterly provider meetings

·Work in a safe manner, adhering to general safety precautions and standards, and report any unsafe conditions

·Adheres to Helm Vision Group’s policies and procedures

·Ability to maintain patient confidentiality and privacy as per HIPAA guidelines

·Other pertinent duties as assigned

Education:

• Doctor of Optometry Degree (OD) from an Accredited School of Optometry
• Active and Unrestricted California Optometrist License

Qualifications/Skills:

· 1-3 years related experience Preferred

· Bilingual- English/Spanish Preferred

· Applied understanding of general principles of optometry and best practices for the diagnosis and treatment of eye-related disorders and conditions

· Excellent grasp of medical terminology, analyzes and interprets prescriptions

·Excellent knowledge of optical devices and their applications

· Delivers outstanding customer service through all patient interactions

· Strong and effective communication skills both verbal and written

· Comfortable with EHR (CompuLink) and Microsoft Office Programs

·Demonstrated problem solving skills and multitasking ability

· Compliance with HIPAA Regulations

Are you Interested? Please don’t hesitate in reaching out to us to schedule your visit to tour our office.

Helm Vision Group is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran status.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $115,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

 

Benefits:

• Partial Employer Sponsored Benefits available for part-time employees. 

Compensation Package:

• Bi-weekly bonus opportunities
• Productivity quarterly bonus

Schedule:

• Day shifts | Office Hours from 8:30am - 5:30pm

License/Certification:

• CA Optometry License (Required

Work Location: In person. 

Reliable transportation. Occasional traveling between offieces. 

Employment Type: Part Time
Years Experience: 1 - 3 years
Salary: $115,000 - $150,000 Annual
Bonus/Commission: Yes