Optometrist (Conestoga Eye) - Lancaster and Hershey, PA
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Calling all passionate and dedicated Optometrists! Conestoga Eye is on the lookout for exceptional individuals like you to join its dynamic team at the Lancaster and Hershey, Pennsylvania locations. If you're seeking an exciting new opportunity where patient-centered care and community focus are at the heart of everything you do-look no further. Check out this new opening and get ready to make positive life-changing impacts on the lives of others!
Why join us?
Conestoga Eye is a heavily medical-based practice specializing in eye plastics and pediatric ophthalmology. The practice emphasizes the importance of a supportive and collaborative work environment, allowing healthcare professionals to excel and deliver exceptional patient care. With a mission to provide unparalleled eye care for both adults and children, Conestoga Eye strives to ensure that every appointment is a warm and welcoming experience. The practice and its dedicated doctors prioritize patient-centered care, actively engage with the community, and make patients' well-being their utmost priority. Whether individuals require routine exams, medical consultations, or surgical procedures, patients can rely on Conestoga Eye's experienced eye specialists and surgeons to meet their needs with expertise and compassion.
Conestoga Eye Offers Competitive Compensation And Benefits Packages, Including
Practicing in a fast-paced clinical setting, you'll collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals, such as ophthalmologists and primary care physicians, to deliver comprehensive care to patients. A typical day consists of conducting thorough eye examinations to diagnose vision problems and eye diseases, prescribing corrective lenses and other necessary treatments, and educating patients on proper eye care and preventative measures. Whether working part-time or full-time, you may occasionally be required to accommodate evening or weekend shifts based on the practice's requirements. It's vital to stay updated with advancements in optometry and vision care through continuous education and professional development, ensuring the highest standard of care for your patients.
Who We're Seeking
You're an energetic professional with a keen interest in anterior surface disease, blepharitis, and dry eye, along with a focus on pediatrics and a particular interest or experience in managing amblyopia cases. You'll have the unique opportunity to engage in research endeavors, including participation in studies related to pediatric ophthalmology, dry eye, and eyelid conditions, among others, such as PEDIG and commercial studies. To excel in this role, you must possess strong diagnostic and treatment skills coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Meticulous attention to detail in maintaining accurate patient records while functioning effectively both independently and as an integral part of a collaborative team is essential. An unwavering dedication to providing exceptional patient care is paramount.
Why You'll Love South Central Pennsylvania
Living in South Central Pennsylvania offers a remarkable combination of stunning natural landscapes and a strong community spirit. From the majestic Appalachian Mountains to the meandering Susquehanna River and the abundance of state parks and forests, the region provides endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to engage in activities like biking, hiking, camping, fishing, and even hot air ballooning. The area is also characterized by its close-knit communities, with towns like Lancaster and Hershey, fostering a sense of belonging and support among residents. Vibrant restaurants, live theater performances, and a myriad of community events, festivals, and activities offer something for everyone. With Harrisburg International Airport nearby, Philadelphia International Airport, and Baltimore Washington Airport just a short drive away, residents enjoy convenient access to major transportation hubs. Additionally, the proximity of train services to major cities such as Philadelphia, New York, and Washington D.C. add to the region's appeal and connectivity.
Minimum Qualifications
This is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies. VSP Vision is helping Premier Program providers recruit qualified applicants for their private practices. 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 designed 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, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees hired in this role.
VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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Why join us?
Conestoga Eye is a heavily medical-based practice specializing in eye plastics and pediatric ophthalmology. The practice emphasizes the importance of a supportive and collaborative work environment, allowing healthcare professionals to excel and deliver exceptional patient care. With a mission to provide unparalleled eye care for both adults and children, Conestoga Eye strives to ensure that every appointment is a warm and welcoming experience. The practice and its dedicated doctors prioritize patient-centered care, actively engage with the community, and make patients' well-being their utmost priority. Whether individuals require routine exams, medical consultations, or surgical procedures, patients can rely on Conestoga Eye's experienced eye specialists and surgeons to meet their needs with expertise and compassion.
Conestoga Eye Offers Competitive Compensation And Benefits Packages, Including
- Pay range of $115K to $160K, depending on experience and specialty
- Medical insurance
- Retirement savings plans
- Paid time off
- Continuing education allowance
Practicing in a fast-paced clinical setting, you'll collaborate closely with other healthcare professionals, such as ophthalmologists and primary care physicians, to deliver comprehensive care to patients. A typical day consists of conducting thorough eye examinations to diagnose vision problems and eye diseases, prescribing corrective lenses and other necessary treatments, and educating patients on proper eye care and preventative measures. Whether working part-time or full-time, you may occasionally be required to accommodate evening or weekend shifts based on the practice's requirements. It's vital to stay updated with advancements in optometry and vision care through continuous education and professional development, ensuring the highest standard of care for your patients.
Who We're Seeking
You're an energetic professional with a keen interest in anterior surface disease, blepharitis, and dry eye, along with a focus on pediatrics and a particular interest or experience in managing amblyopia cases. You'll have the unique opportunity to engage in research endeavors, including participation in studies related to pediatric ophthalmology, dry eye, and eyelid conditions, among others, such as PEDIG and commercial studies. To excel in this role, you must possess strong diagnostic and treatment skills coupled with excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. Meticulous attention to detail in maintaining accurate patient records while functioning effectively both independently and as an integral part of a collaborative team is essential. An unwavering dedication to providing exceptional patient care is paramount.
Why You'll Love South Central Pennsylvania
Living in South Central Pennsylvania offers a remarkable combination of stunning natural landscapes and a strong community spirit. From the majestic Appalachian Mountains to the meandering Susquehanna River and the abundance of state parks and forests, the region provides endless opportunities for outdoor enthusiasts to engage in activities like biking, hiking, camping, fishing, and even hot air ballooning. The area is also characterized by its close-knit communities, with towns like Lancaster and Hershey, fostering a sense of belonging and support among residents. Vibrant restaurants, live theater performances, and a myriad of community events, festivals, and activities offer something for everyone. With Harrisburg International Airport nearby, Philadelphia International Airport, and Baltimore Washington Airport just a short drive away, residents enjoy convenient access to major transportation hubs. Additionally, the proximity of train services to major cities such as Philadelphia, New York, and Washington D.C. add to the region's appeal and connectivity.
Minimum Qualifications
- Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited optometry school
- Current optometry license in the state of Pennsylvania
- Completed subspecialty fellowship
- Experience in pediatrics or glaucoma care
- Previous experience as an optician is preferred
This is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies. VSP Vision is helping Premier Program providers recruit qualified applicants for their private practices. 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 designed 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, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees hired in this role.
VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Notice to Candidates: Fraud Alert - Fake Job Opportunity Solicitations Used to Collect Fees/Personal Information.
We have been made aware that fake job opportunities are being offered by individuals posing as VSP Vision and affiliate recruiters.Click hereto learn about our application process and what to watch for regarding false job opportunities.
As a regular part of doing business,VSPVision ("VSP")collects many different types ofpersonal information, including protected health information, about ouraudiences, includingmembers, doctors,clients, brokers, business partners,andemployees. VSP Vision employees will have access to this sensitive personal information and are subject to follow Information Security and Privacy Policies.
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