Optometrist

Overview

Essen Health Care is the largest privately held, multispecialty medical group in New York, providing high-quality, compassionate care to some of the state's most vulnerable and underserved residents.

Founded in 1999, we've grown from a single primary care office into a network of 50+ locations offering urgent care, primary care and specialty services, from women's health to endocrinology and psychiatry. We also provide nursing home support, care management, and in-home care through our Essen House Calls program. Guided by a Population Health model, our team of 500+ providers deliver care in-person, at home, or via telehealth, ensuring patients get the support they need when and where they need it.

We're looking for talented, motivated individuals to join our growing team. Whether you're a medical provider, administrator, or operations professional, there's a career here for you. Join us in making a real difference in the health of our community.

Job Summary

Our Division of Ophthalmology and Optometry is expanding due to demand, and we are looking for an optometrist with significant clinical experience to join our team of ophthalmologists and optometrists. Our optometrists are responsible for providing comprehensive eye care to patients and performing routine eye exams. This includes diagnosing and treating visual disorders, managing eye diseases, and prescribing corrective lenses. You will work closely with patients to assess their visual health, offer treatment options, and educate them on maintaining optimal eye health. Practice locations include newly built clinics with state-of-the-art equipment and spacious lanes with separate testing and procedure rooms - a rare find in New York City!

Responsibilities

Our optometrists are responsible for providing comprehensive eye care to patients and performing routine eye exams. This includes diagnosing and treating visual disorders, managing eye diseases, and prescribing corrective lenses. You will work closely with patients to assess their visual health, offer treatment options, and educate them on maintaining optimal eye health. Practice locations include newly built clinics with state-of-the-art equipment and spacious lanes with separate testing and procedure rooms - a rare find in New York City!

Qualifications

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry program •


Active state optometry license •


Valid CPR certificate •


Two-plus years of optometrist experience preferred •


Applied understanding of general principles of optometry and best practices for the diagnosis and treatment of eye-related disorders and conditions •


Strong interpersonal skills and ability to relate to patients of diverse backgrounds •


Excellent customer service skills •


Ability to maintain patient confidentiality •


General computer proficiency •


Demonstrated problem solving skills and multitasking ability

As an optometrist with Essen Health Care, you will be provided with:

• The opportunity to work with an experienced and collaborative group of health care providers

• A supportive work environment with trained technicians

• An established referral network within the practice and the communities we serve

• Guaranteed base salary and excellent benefits package, which includes: professional malpractice insurance, medical, dental, and vision insurance, and generous paid time off (PTO)

Equal Opportunity Employer

Essen Health care is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically diverse population.