As a full-time Optometrist, you will deliver top-tier care by conducting routine eye exams, managing glaucoma, providing diabetic eye care, and treating corneal conditions using advanced diagnostic tools. You will ensure precise assessments and individualized treatment plans while collaborating with a dedicated team in a high-tech environment.
Requirements summary
The ideal candidate is a passionate and dedicated individual committed to exceptional eye care and improving community vision health, capable of confidently handling diverse patients. Essential qualities include enthusiasm for staying updated on advancements, strong collaboration skills, continuous learning, and excellent communication.
Communication SkillsPatient CareCollaborationContinuous LearningGlaucoma ManagementDiabetic Eye CareTopographyRoutine Eye ExamsCorneal Conditions TreatmentVF DiagnosticsOCT DiagnosticsPhoenix DiagnosticsK ReadingsOptomap UsageEnvision by InmodeiCare Usage
Job description
Regional Eye Center, a well-established, locally owned specialty eye care practice that serves patients across six counties in southwest Georgia, is currently seeking a full-time Optometrist to join their dedicated team.
With opportunities for partnership and plans to expand by opening at least one additional location in Cordele, GA, the practice is also looking for two to three Optometrists and an Ophthalmologist.
This growing practice offers a rewarding opportunity for professionals passionate about advancing vision health within the community.
Why join us?
Founded in 1970, Regional Eye Center is a privately owned specialty eye care practice delivering exceptional vision care and a commitment to preserving the gift of sight.
Drawing patients from at least six surrounding counties and seeing approximately 125 patients each day, the Center demonstrates a strong dedication to accessibility and comprehensive services.
With three convenient locations, two fully staffed offices in Americus and Leesburg featuring complete optical departments, and an additional Americus site operating as both a Surgery Center and Dry Eye Clinic, the practice offers a wide range of solutions, from routine eye exams and personalized prescription lenses to advanced treatments for complex conditions.
Utilizing state-of-the-art technology and decades of expertise, Regional Eye Center ensures optimal outcomes for every patient, placing their well-being above all else through individualized attention and care in a welcoming environment, making it an ideal place for professionals committed to community impact and seeking long-term growth opportunities, including partnership.
What you'll do: As a full-time Optometrist at Regional Eye Center, you'll deliver top-tier care to a diverse range of patients by conducting routine eye exams, managing glaucoma, providing diabetic eye care, and treating corneal conditions.
Using advanced diagnostic tools like VF, OCT, Phoenix, K Readings, Optomap, Envision by Inmode, iCare, and topography, you'll ensure precise assessments and individualized treatment plans.
Each day offers new opportunities, whether guiding a child's first eye exam, assisting seniors with age-related vision changes, or handling complex cases, while collaborating with a dedicated team in a supportive, high-tech environment and making a lasting impact on your patients and the practice's reputation.
Who you are: You're a passionate and dedicated individual with a deep commitment to providing exceptional eye care and improving the vision health of the community.
Benefits
Dental insurance
Vision insurance
Medical insurance
Paid time off
Continuing education allowance
Short term disability
401K with match
Malpractice insurance
Long term disability
Partnership opportunity
You're highly skilled and capable of confidently handling a diverse range of patients with varying visual needs and age groups.
The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about staying up to date on the latest advancements in optometry and personalized treatment plans, thereby supporting the practice's growth and reputation as a leader in the community.
You thrive in a collaborative setting, working alongside a team of talented professionals, to ensure seamless patient care and contribute to a positive work culture.
A strong commitment to continuous learning, exceptional communication skills, and a genuine passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others are essential qualities as you will play a vital role in the continued success and expansion of the business.
Why you'll love Americus: Living in Americus, Georgia provides a delightful and enriching experience that blends a welcoming sense of community with the conveniences of modern life.
Known for its southern hospitality and distinctive local charm, Americus offers a peaceful atmosphere, making it a wonderful place to settle down.
Families will find plenty to appreciate, with a variety of schools, parks, and recreational activities to enjoy.
Americus is conveniently located near shops, restaurants, and essential amenities, ensuring residents have everything they need for comfortable living.
Whether you're exploring the city's rich history, taking in the scenic beauty of the area, or joining in on community events, Americus delivers a fulfilling and vibrant lifestyle for its residents.
You’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including: Medical, vision, and dental insurance 401K with match Paid time off Short and long-term disability Malpractice insurance Continuing education allowance Partnership opportunity
Minimum Qualifications
Optometry license in the state of Georgia Special Notice This is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies. VSP Vision is helping PECAA Max Members recruit qualified applicants for their private practices. VSP Vision is not acting as a job placement agency or staffing firm. Applicants are not guaranteed a job interview or job offer. 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 designated 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, comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees hired in this role. VSP Vision OD Recruitment Support VSP Network Practices who are PECAA Max members in good standing benefit from access to dedicated VSP Vision recruiters to help them find qualified Optometrists. VSP Vision is not an employment agency and does not guarantee the placement of any practice professionals. The practice shall have sole responsibility for all decisions in the hiring process including interviewing and hiring of practice professionals. VSP Network Practices also benefit from access to other hiring related resources, including free job listings on the VSP Vision Optometry Career Site, which is linked to over 300 career sites. 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, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws. 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 here to learn about our application process and what to watch for regarding false job opportunities. As a regular part of doing business, VSP Vision (“VSP”) collects many different types of personal information, including protected health information, about our audiences, including members, doctors, clients, brokers, business partners, and employees. VSP Vision employees will have access to this sensitive personal information and are subject to follow Information Security and Privacy Policies. As the only not-for-profit eye health company in the U.S., we offer flexible doctor positions in five different settings, allowing you to build a rewarding career in eye care. Find the perfect fit, enabling you to improve people’s lives through better vision. With nearly 70 years in the eye health industry, we’re driven by compassion, care, and a shared mission to ensure everyone has access to quality vision care. When you join our global family of nearly 15,000 teammates, you’re stepping into a world where innovation meets impact. At VSP, we value collaboration, inclusion, and belonging, fostering an environment that’s as supportive as it is inspiring. Let’s work together to create a clearer, brighter future—one person at a time. Follow your heart to VSP! #VisionWithHeart
