Stuart and Tradition, Florida | Full-Time

Join a Thriving, Physician-Led Optometry–Ophthalmology Practice on Florida’s Treasure Coast

Florida Vision Institute is excited to welcome a full-time Optometrist to our growing team in Stuart and Tradition, FL, where exceptional patient care meets an outstanding quality of life. This role offers the opportunity to practice in a collaborative, MD/OD integrated environment with access to advanced technology and a diverse patient base.  Each location has a beautiful new Optical suite that provides a full-scale optical selection and services.

Learn more: https://www.flvisioninstitute.com 

The Practice

Florida Vision Institute is a well-established, multi-location Optometry–Ophthalmology group with 10 physicians (5 subspecialty Ophthalmologists and 5 Optometrists). Our doctors enjoy a collegial culture, strong clinical support, and a practice model designed to help you thrive both professionally and personally.

What we offer:

• Competitive base salary with strong upside earning potential
• Comprehensive benefits package
• Paid relocation
• 401(k) with employer match
• CME allowance
• Excellent work/life balance
• Professional management and experienced support staff
• Leading EMR and state-of-the-art diagnostic and clinical equipment

The Role

This is a full-scope Optometry position, with a strong mix of:

• Primary care optometry
• Routine vision and optical
• Medical optometry

You’ll practice alongside busy cataract, refractive, cornea, and retina services, gaining exposure to high-quality pathology while working within a highly supportive MD/OD integrated model. 

Ideal candidates are personable, energetic, and team-oriented, with a passion for delivering excellent patient care.

The Location

This area offers the best of Florida living.  You will work in our Tradition and Stuart locations. The area features:

• Strong public and private school systems
• Family-friendly neighborhoods
• Affordable and upscale real estate options
• An affluent and appreciative patient population
• Easy access to the Atlantic Coast, boating, water sports, arts, dining, and entertainment

Enjoy year-round sunshine and a lifestyle that truly supports work/life balance.

About EyeCare Services Partners (ESP)

Florida Vision Institute is proud to be an EyeCare Services Partners (ESP) practice. ESP is the nation’s largest vertically integrated ophthalmology services company, supporting clinically excellent, community-based practices across California, Delaware, Illinois, Florida, Washington D.C., Virginia, and Maryland. Since 2014, ESP has partnered with leading practices committed to delivering the highest quality, patient-centered eye care.

Contact: Suzanne Richards Director of Provider Talent Acquisition EyeCare Services Partners  suzanne.richards@espmgmt.com  

214-202-9387

This is your opportunity to be part of a practice where teamwork and patient care go hand in hand. We offer great work hours with no major holidays, a robust benefits package, and a supportive environment where you are seen, heard, and respected.

While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, Certified Ophthalmic Assistants or Technicians are especially preferred.

Apply today!

This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry.  Florida Vision Institute is a multi-subspecialty eye care practice composed of fellowship-trained board-certified ophthalmologists in every subspecialty of ophthalmology. Our goal is to provide each patient with the latest in comprehensive eye care in an efficient, patient-friendly private practice environment.

We are committed to customer service and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practices and take pride in being a member of our team. We strongly believe that the way our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.

All of us at Florida Vision Institute are committed to inclusion and diversity. We believe today more than ever; it isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of service, caring and listening and we would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities.  

The Ophthalmic Technician II must have a minimum of five + years as an ophthalmic technician and have achieved their Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) certification.  This role will perform all duties and functions of an Ophthalmic Technician I.  Effective execution of this role will require the ability to multitask and respond to the needs of the patients, doctors, and other staff efficiently and calmly. The Ophthalmic Technician II may also be required to support training efforts of other clinical staff as needed.

Responsibilities

• Make introductions and establish rapport with patients
• Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines.
• Perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment, including pinhole and glare testing, confrontational visual field testing, assess extra ocular muscles, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, assess angles, pupillary dilation, and all other patient services as requested by the physician including specialty tests such as color vision screening, stereopsis, and dry eye testing
• Perform lensometry and specialized testing such as visual fields, keratometry, A/B scans, and ophthalmic photography optical coherence tomography (OCT), and optical biometry
• Additional testing as requested by doctor
• Perform retinoscopy and refractometry. Assist with minor surgical procedures or laser treatments in the office
• Assist with fitting contact lenses and instruct patients in care and insertion of lenses
• Complete requests for prescription refills as authorized by physician, with full documentation in patient chart
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physician
• Check temperature of medical refrigerator daily
• Maintain and conduct inventory of medications and supplies
• Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment
• Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing
• Inspect instruments periodically for damage, send for repair, and request a replacement, as necessary
• Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring that equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner and as per office procedures, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charge wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers
• Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines
• Prioritize building and maintaining a positive relationship with doctors and clinical colleagues
• Executes duties of position in a professional and courteous manner
• Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Proficient with medical and ophthalmic terminology
• Strong organization with attention to detail
• Ability to accurately check visual acuity, applanation, history taking, pupil assessment, EOM’s, and confrontation field of vision
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, staff, managers, and doctors
• Basic computer literacy required
• Highly energetic with a positive attitude
• Must be willing to travel to other offices occasionally to meet the demands of business
• Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours
• Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting
• Five years as Ophthalmic Technician required
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) required
• Certified Ophthalmic Scribe (OSC) preferred
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) required
• Two-three years in multi-specialty clinic preferred
• Must be proficient with the following skills:
  • History taking
  • Visual Acuities IOP (via applanation tonometry and tonopen)
  • Auto Refraction
  •  Manual Refraction (plus and minus cyl)
  • Lensometry
  • Topography
  • Biometry (Lenstar, IOL Master, and Immersion A-scan
• Knowledge of Ophthalmic Surgical Procedures (Cataract Surgery, LASIK, CXL, SLT, Yag Capsulotomy, iStent, Trabeculectomy, etc.)
• Knowledge of ophthalmology billing/coding preferred
• NextGen experience preferred

 In Turn We Will Provide:

• Benefits to full time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short and long term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Paid parking where applicable
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities

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Be part of a practice where patient care and teamwork come first. We offer excellent hours with no major holidays, a comprehensive benefits package, and a collaborative, supportive environment where your skills and contributions are truly valued.

While all qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, Certified Ophthalmic Assistants or Technicians are especially preferred,

Apply today and grow your career with Florida Vision Institute!

This is your opportunity to join one of the areas most recognized leaders in ophthalmology and optometry.  Florida Vision Institute is a multi-subspecialty eye care practice composed of fellowship-trained board-certified ophthalmologists in every subspecialty of ophthalmology. Our goal is to provide each patient with the latest in comprehensive eye care in an efficient, patient-friendly private practice environment.

We are committed to customer service and making every interaction extraordinary while inspiring the complete confidence of our patients. Our employees contribute directly to the growth and success of our practices and take pride in being a member of our team. We strongly believe that the way our patients and customers are treated by our employees is as important as the services provided by the doctor.

 All of us at Florida Vision Institute are committed to inclusion and diversity. We believe today more than ever; it isn’t speaking the words, but starts with a culture of service, caring and listening and we would thoroughly enjoy meeting with you and discussing our employment opportunities.  

The Ophthalmic Technician I will perform a range of duties which include preparing the patient to see Ophthalmologist and/or Optometrist and conduct preliminary exam and captures medical history. In addition, the preparation of examination and treatment rooms, performing basic and routine vision screening examinations, administering eye medications, cleaning, and maintaining ophthalmic instruments and assisting physicians during minor surgical and laser procedures may be required. Traveling to other locations may also be necessary to support clinical needs.

Responsibilities

• Make introductions and establish rapport with patients
• Initiate patient evaluation, documenting the chief complaint, history of present illness, review of systems, and all pertinent ocular findings accurately and in accordance with compliance guidelines.
• Perform pre-exam testing to include visual acuity assessment, including pinhole and glare testing, confrontational visual field testing, assess extra ocular muscles, pupillary evaluation, tonometry, assess angles, pupillary dilation, and all other patient services as requested by the physician including specialty tests such as color vision screening, stereopsis, and dry eye testing
• Perform lensometry and specialized testing such as visual fields, keratometry, A/B scans, and ophthalmic photography optical coherence tomography (OCT), and optical biometry
• Additional testing as requested by doctor
• Perform retinoscopy and refractometry. Assist with minor surgical procedures or laser treatments in the office
• Assist with fitting contact lenses and instruct patients in care and insertion of lenses
• Complete requests for prescription refills as authorized by physician, with full documentation in patient chart
• Educate patients regarding administration of medications and pre- and post-operative instructions as directed by physicians
• Check temperature of medical refrigerator daily
• Maintain and conduct inventory of medications and supplies
• Assist with maintenance of clinical examination equipment
• Clean surgical instruments in preparation for sterile processing
• Inspect instruments periodically for damage, send for repair, and request a replacement, as necessary
• Open and close exam lanes daily, ensuring that equipment is wiped down in an appropriate manner and as per office procedures, battery powered instruments are seated properly in re-charging wells, slit lamps and projectors are switched off under covers
• Follow all safety procedures as per guidelines
• Prioritize building and maintaining a positive relationship with doctors and clinical colleagues
• Executes duties of position in a professional and courteous manner
• Handles sensitive information in a confidential manner
• Perform other tasks and duties as assigned

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Excellent interpersonal skills and ability to communicate clearly and effectively with patients, staff, managers, and doctors
• Basic computer literacy required
• Highly energetic with a positive attitude
• Must be willing to travel to other offices occasionally to meet the demands of business
• Must be able to walk and stand for eight hours
• Must be able to type or write legibly in a dimly lit setting
• Certified Ophthalmic Assistant (COA) preferred
• Certified Ophthalmic Scribe (OSC) preferred
• Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT) preferred
• One to two years’ experience in multi-specialty clinic preferred

In Turn We Will Provide

• Benefits to full-time team members that include comprehensive medical, dental and optical coverage, 401K and short- and long-term disability
• Company paid life insurance
• Paid holidays and generous paid time off
• Paid parking where applicable
• Team oriented working environment where you are heard and respected
• Clear career ladder opportunities

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