Part-Time Optometrist (Stockton Optometry & Downtown Optometry) - Stockton, CA

Why join us?

Stockton Optometry and Downtown Optometry are well-respected practices in Stockton, California, known for their exceptional care and commitment to a loyal patient base. Established in 1982 by Dr. David J. Benkle, our practices have earned a strong reputation for personalized and expert care that ensures long-lasting vision health. We offer various services, including advanced diagnostic testing, specialty contact lenses, myopia management, dry eye treatments, and more. We are now looking for an Optometrist to join our team and help continue our tradition of excellence.

You’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive Salary: Attractive compensation based on experience and certifications.
• Practice Ownership Opportunity: Grow your career with potential future practice partnership or ownership.
• Innovative Technology: Work with cutting-edge technology, including Centervue Solix OCT, Myah Topographer, Eidon Wide-Field Camera, iCare Tonometer, Firefly Digital Slit lamp Imaging system, offering, and more.
• Supportive Environment: Join a collaborative team that values patient care and continuous professional development.
• Impactful Role: Contribute to a well-established practice while shaping the future of eye care in the community.

What you'll do:

• Conduct comprehensive eye exams for patients of all ages.
• Manage a diverse range of ocular conditions, including myopia, keratoconus, dry eye, and Glaucoma, if you are certified.
• Fit specialty lenses, including scleral lenses.
• Provide patient education on eye health, treatment options, and preventative care.
• Collaborate with a supportive team to deliver high-quality care.
• Utilize advanced diagnostic tools to enhance patient care, including OCT,  Topography, and Slit-Lamp imaging systems.
• Contribute to the ongoing growth and success of the practice, with potential for future ownership.

Who we're seeking:

• Experienced Professional: A licensed Optometrist with myopia management experience, and a background in specialty contact lenses (e.g., scleral lenses).
• Dry Eye Expertise: Experience and or knowledge in dry-eye treatment modalities such as IPL and LLLT is a plus.
• Entrepreneurial Mindset: A business-minded individual interested in growing and investing in their future, interested in practice ownership.
• Patient-Centered: A compassionate provider who enjoys working with a diverse patient population and upholding the practice’s tradition of excellent care.
• Spanish Fluency (Preferred): The ability to conduct exams in Spanish would be a plus.

Why you'll love Stockton:

Stockton is a vibrant, diverse city in California’s Central Valley, offering a rich cultural experience and access to stunning natural beauty. Located along the San Joaquin Delta, Stockton is an ideal base for outdoor enthusiasts, with easy access to destinations like Yosemite, Lake Tahoe, and Sequoia National Park. The city also boasts a thriving art scene with museums, theaters, live music, and year-round farmer’s markets. With a mild climate year-round and proximity to major California cities like San Francisco, Sacramento, and Monterey Bay, Stockton offers the perfect balance of professional opportunity and quality of life.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Active Optometry license in the state of California.
• Experience with myopia management.
• Proficient in scleral lens fittings.
• Knowledge of dry eye treatments, including IPL and LLLT.
• Comfortable working with specialty contact lenses.

You may also be eligible for partial student loan credit depending on the number of hours or days worked. Ready to take your career to the next level with a well-established practice offering professional growth and ownership potential? Join our team at Stockton Optometry and Downtown Optometry and make a lasting impact on our patient’s eye health while advancing your career in a rewarding and supportive environment. Your next opportunity starts here!

Special Notice:

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.

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