Optometrist (Northeast Eye Care Center) - Columbia, SC

About the role

Northeast Eye Care Center is seeking a full-time Optometrist who always strives to provide exceptional patient care to enrich the quality of patients’ lives. You’ll practice at least three days a week to provide comprehensive eye care for all patients—approximately two to three patients are cared for hourly, with the first appointment beginning at 9:00 a.m. and the last appointment at 4:00 p.m. The office is closed on weekends and holidays.

A candidate who has a great personality and is willing to provide fill-in care at Camden Eye Care Center, located 35 miles from Columbia, will be a fantastic addition to the practice. For the right Optometrist, a future partnership or ownership opportunity may be available.

About Northeast Eye Care Center

Northeast Eye Care Center was acquired by Dr. Benjamin Ondersma in 2014, followed by Camden Eye Care in 2021. The practice offers primary care, diabetic eye care, management for glaucoma, cataracts, and ocular surface diseases. The practice also provides contact lens services and fittings for hard-to-fit contacts.

The professionals at Northeast Eye Care Center take a one-on-one approach to provide patient-centric care. The practice is well-appointed with automated optical equipment and behind-the-scenes functional technology, including autorefractors, OCT, OPTOS, and Humphry Visual Field. Cloud-based technology is utilized to manage electronic health records and establishes a baseline of patients’ ocular health.

The optical boutique offers customers the latest designs in fashion eyewear, including new luxury frames, at affordable prices. Plus, the Opticians offer personalized services to help patients select the perfect pair of glasses to complement lifestyles.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye care for all patients
• Demonstrate leadership, communication, interpersonal skills, and compassion for patient health and safety
• Integrate new techniques and innovations that improve patient care and services
• Provide fill-in care at Camden Eye Care Center as needed

Requirements

• Optometry license in the state of South Carolina
• New graduates welcome to apply
• Honest, responsible, service-oriented, and community-involved

Qualifications

• Great personality and willingness to provide exceptional patient care
• Dedication to the long-term success of Northeast Eye Care Center

Benefits

• Competitive base salary
• Paid time off
• Paid holidays
• 401k with company match
• Future partnership or ownership opportunity
• Additional benefits negotiable

Location

Northeast Eye Care Center is located in Columbia, South Carolina—home to the state’s capital and the University of South Carolina. Columbia is the second-largest city in the state and is known as one of the best places to live. This region provides relaxed and convenient living with the amenities of big city life nearby.

Outdoor enthusiasts will enjoy countless activities, including biking, hiking, rafting, fly fishing, camping, and golfing. There are two beautiful freshwater lakes to explore—Lake Murray and Lake Wateree. Its proximity to Charlotte, Charleston, Myrtle Beach, and other fascinating cities makes it an ideal place to practice and live.