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Optometrist (OD) - Tampa & Brooksville, Florida
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Job Summary & Responsibilities
Newsom Eye is seeking a motivated and patient-focused Optometrist (OD) to join its team in Tampa or Brooksville, Florida. This is an immediate hiring opportunity for an optometrist interested in comprehensive eye care, medical optometry, and pre- and post-operative ophthalmic care. Candidates with 1-3 years of experience are preferred, and new graduates are welcome to apply.
Key Responsibilities
Job Type: Full-Time, Permanent
Job Summary & Responsibilities
Newsom Eye is seeking a motivated and patient-focused Optometrist (OD) to join its team in Tampa or Brooksville, Florida. This is an immediate hiring opportunity for an optometrist interested in comprehensive eye care, medical optometry, and pre- and post-operative ophthalmic care. Candidates with 1-3 years of experience are preferred, and new graduates are welcome to apply.
Key Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive routine eye examinations and assess patients' visual health.
- Provide medical optometry services, including the evaluation and management of ocular conditions.
- Deliver pre-operative and post-operative care for ophthalmic surgery patients.
- Evaluate patients, document clinical findings, and develop appropriate treatment and follow-up plans.
- Collaborate with ophthalmologists, including Dr. Newsom, and other clinical team members to coordinate patient care.
- Educate patients on eye health, treatment options, and post-operative care instructions.
- Maintain accurate patient records and comply with applicable clinical and regulatory standards.
- Support high-quality, patient-centered eye care across the practice.
- Participate in occasional on-call coverage as required.
- Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry program.
- Successful completion of the required Florida optometry board examinations.
- Florida optometry licensure is required before the start of employment. Candidates who have not yet obtained an active Florida license may be considered if they meet the licensing requirements and obtain licensure before starting.
- 1-3 years of optometry experience preferred; new graduates are encouraged to apply.
- Experience in comprehensive eye examinations, medical optometry, and surgical co-management is preferred.
- Strong clinical assessment, patient communication, and decision-making skills.
- Ability to collaborate effectively with ophthalmologists and multidisciplinary clinical teams.
- Competitive compensation, with salary details discussed during the on-site interview.
- 20% bonus opportunity; eligibility, structure, and applicable terms will be discussed during the interview process.
- Full-time, Monday-Friday schedule.
- No regular weekend, holiday, or evening shifts.
- Opportunity to work alongside an experienced ophthalmology team and gain exposure to clinical and surgical settings.
- On-site interview with the President, followed by shadowing Dr. Newsom in both surgery and clinic.
- Immediate hiring opportunity, with a preferred start date as soon as possible, subject to licensure requirements.