Optometrist - Parksville, Canada - FYidoctors

Description

Our Vancouver Island group of practices is looking for a Full-Time Optometrist for four or five days per week for a permanent position at our dynamic practices in in Nanaimo, Parksville and Ladysmith, BC. We have a long-established full scope primary care practice offering the full breadth of optometric services. We are a founding member of FYi with a strong belief in the benefit of cooperative business planning with our peers across the country. We continue to grow and look forward to welcoming a new OD to our family.

Company operating name

FYI EYE CARE SERVICES AND PRODUCTS INC.

(FYidoctors)

Business address

300, 2424 – 4th Street SW

Calgary, Alberta T2S 2T4

Title of the position

Optometrist

Job duties

The Optometrist is a key healthcare professional within FYidoctors, primarily responsible for providing comprehensive eye care to diagnose, manage, and treat conditions related to the eyes and vision. This role encompasses a wide range of clinical, diagnostic, and therapeutic services aimed at maintaining optimal eye health and visual function for our patients.

Core Responsibilities:

o Utilize diagnostic tools for eye and vision assessment, including visual acuity tests, tonometry, retinoscopy, and imaging techniques.

o Conduct thorough eye exams to assess ocular health and visual function.

o Diagnose ocular diseases, visual conditions, and abnormalities.

o Prescribe medications, vision therapies, corrective lenses, or refer patients to specialists when necessary.

o Prescribe and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses, providing advice on visual aids that best suit the patient's lifestyle and visual needs.

o Manage follow-up adjustments and patient consultations regarding vision correction options.

o Monitor and manage ongoing conditions such as glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic retinopathy, and cataracts.

o Provide pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing eye surgeries.

o Provide immediate care for acute vision problems and ocular emergencies.

o Remove foreign objects, treat infections, and manage ocular injuries as required.

o Educate patients on eye health, preventive care, and early detection strategies to prevent vision loss.

o Conduct screenings for vision-related health issues.

o Stay informed on the latest research, technology, and practices in optometry and eye care.

o Participate in continuing education and professional association activities to enhance knowledge and skills.

o Maintain accurate and detailed patient records, ensuring confidentiality and compliance with healthcare regulations.

Terms of employment (for example, project-based, permanent position)

Permanent, Full-Time position. Daytime, evening, weekends.

(Between 35 and 40 hours per week)

Language of work

English

Wage

Compensation will correspond to 21% of the gross revenue generated by the candidate at each work location (clinic).

Anticipated yearly wages between $120,000 - $150,000.

If selected, a candidate who is in the process of obtaining a license to practice optometry in Canada will initially work as Optical Associate, until the required license is obtained, and will be paid at a rate of $ per hour during this period.

Benefits package offered (if applicable)

No benefits

Location(s) of work (local area, city or town)

· Waddington Rd, Nanaimo, BC V9S4V9, CAN,

· Island Highway W. Parksville, BC V9P2E9, CAN,

· 2-225 High Street Box 1101 Ladysmith, BC V9G1A8, CAN

Contact information

Adam Bullen – Manager of Talent Acquisition.

Email:

Phone:

Education requirements

· Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution

· Valid license to practice optometry in Canada OR be eligible to obtain a valid license to practice optometry in Canada within a reasonably agreed upon delay

Work experience requirements

0 months