Optometrist; Fortney Eyecare Associates - Detroit Metropolitan Area, MI

Pay Competitive

Employment type:

Full-Time

Req#: R-3333 $ 70 to $85 per hour, based on experience, plus bonus! New graduates welcome to apply.

An excellent opportunity for an Optometrist is now available at Fortney Eyecare Associates, with locations throughout the Detroit metropolitan area.

• Hours are Monday - Friday from 9 am - 6 pm, providing coverage two Saturdays per month from 9 am - 3 pm. No evenings!
• Tech-forward practice
• Health and dental insurance
• Paid vacation and sick time off
• Retirement plan
• Malpractice insurance
• Licensing fees
• Continuing education allowance
• Future partnership or ownership opportunity possible with practice-based financing

About Fortney Eyecare Associates

Serving Southeast Michigan and beyond, Fortney Eyecare Associates was established in 1955 with the founding principle that everyone deserves quality eye care at an affordable price. Over the years, this well-respected business has grown to four practice locations in Dearborn, Livonia, Warren, and Ypsilanti. FEA takes a patient-centric approach to ensure clear vision for years to come, specializing in in-depth, comprehensive eye exams, ocular disease diagnosis and management, contact lenses, and other vision and eye health services.

This tech-forward practice utilizes state-of-the-art vision care technology to diagnose and treat a wide array of eye diseases:

• Automated optical equipment and behind-the-scenes functional technology
• Visual field testing, retinal photography, autorefractors, glaucoma testing, and an onsite full-service laboratory
• Computerized instrumentation automatically determines vision prescription to provide patients with the clearest vision possible
• In addition to comprehensive exams, treatment covers the design of lenses, selection of eyewear, dispensing, and the subsequent maintenance and adjustment of both spectacle eyewear and contact lenses
• The practice is the largest supplier of prescription safety eyewear in Southeast Michigan, serving more than 100 industrial clients.

To be successful in this role, you must demonstrate leadership, patient communication skills, interpersonal skills, and compassion for patient health and safety. The ideal candidate is willing to integrate new techniques and innovations that improve patient care and services.

Minimum qualifications include:

• Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree
• Valid state license to practice optometry in Michigan
• Willingness to travel locally 25-30%
• New graduates welcome to apply
• OCT background is beneficial

The practice rewards its doctors with competitive salaries as well as benefits, including:

• 401(k)
• Dental insurance
• Employee discount
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

About the practice location

The Detroit metropolitan area is a beautiful region offering the combination of small-town comfort with the convenience of nearby city life. Situated in the heart of the Great Lakes, residents can enjoy many seasonal activities all year round and endless recreation with miles of pristine lakefront shoreline, expansive bike trails, exhilarating river rapids, and world-class golf courses. Great entertainment is always available at one of the many waterfront eclectic restaurants, top-notch breweries, outdoor performance venues, cultural festivals, and popular shopping destinations.

Living in Metro Detroit offers top-notch school districts and many colleges and universities.