Optometrist Part Time (Optometry #)

As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible incentive, bonuses and/or commission dependent on the role. Carlsbad Optometry delivers high-quality eyewear that all patients will fall in love with and wear proudly. To support the practice’s growth, Carlsbad Optometry is looking to expand its team and add a part-time fill-in Optometrist immediately. This is an excellent opportunity to experience a private practice feel in a tight-knit community. Whether you’re a recent graduate or seasoned professional, if you're looking to leverage your skill set and work alongside a team of dynamics professionals, this is your chance!
The practice first opened in 2009 and has grown to become the premier eye care office in Carlsbad/San Diego’s North County. Combining cutting-edge technologies, expertise, and high-quality products, the practice is dedicated to providing exceptional and personalized vision care to every patient. In addition to offering primary optometric services, the doctors specialize in specialty contact lens fittings, myopia management, glaucoma treatment, acute eye care, pediatric eye care, and designer eyewear and customer lens designs.

This is a part-time fill‑in position, offering a flexible schedule with a minimum commitment of one 8‑hour shift per month, primarily providing coverage for PTO as needed. You’ll care for approximately 16 to 22 patients per day, performing comprehensive eye exams, recommending vision-enhancing solutions, and promoting long-term eye health through patient education. You’ll use modern technology such as Optos imaging, the HERO Visual Field Headset, auto phoropter, and OCT, while following an accommodative exam template to deliver a thorough, engaging exam experience. The ideal candidate provides comprehensive, patient-centered eye care to individuals of all ages, with experience performing comprehensive eye exams, contact lens evaluations, glaucoma testing and treatment, and co‑management of diabetic eye disease, cataract surgery, and LASIK. You take pride in caring for a diverse patient population and are an attentive listener who genuinely prioritizes patient comfort, health, and safety. This position offers paid time off, a production bonus, malpractice insurance, and a continuing education allowance to support both your well-being and professional growth.

Carlsbad entices residents with its coastal charm and family-friendly atmosphere, making it an appealing destination for those seeking a relaxed yet vibrant living experience. The city's pristine beaches offer a scenic backdrop for residents to enjoy the Pacific Ocean's beauty. Carlsbad's commitment to education is reflected in its top-rated school, making it an ideal community for families seeking quality learning environments for children. The charming village area is filled with unique shops, restaurants, and cultural venues, creating a lively and welcoming downtown atmosphere. This is a career opportunity with a practice owned by VSP Ventures, a VSP Vision Company. While VSP Vision is helping VSP Ventures practices recruit qualified applicants, the hiring decision and acceptance of this position is solely between the hiring practice and the applicant.
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.
Doctor of Optometry degree, O.new graduates are encouraged to apply
Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of his/her job duties
For roles that are remote (i.e., Work From Home (WFH)) or hybrid (i.e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFH), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment

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