Job Opportunities

• Job Title: Exciting Opportunity to Practice Medical Optometry
• City: Victoria
• Province: British Columbia
• Date Posted On: November 8, 2024

Clinic Name: Victoria Eye

Region: Outside Lower Mainland

Experience: 0-4 years, 4+ years

Job Type: FT, PT

Email: director@victoriaeye.com

Phone Number: 250-598-5665 (ext 152)

Summary:

Are you an enthusiastic Optometrist with an interest in working in a collaborative team environment in the beautiful city of Victoria? We are a fast paced clinic comprised of a team of 5 Ophthalmologists and 3 Optometrists, who provide full scope medical eye care and surgery. We also offer enhanced dry eye services and laser refractive surgery in our private surgery center. We are looking for a passionate individual to join our team and provide exceptional medical co-management and dry eye services. The practice is well-equipped with the latest technology to provide medical eye care services all supported by a a large team of ophthalmic technicians and staff.

Job type: Full Time or Part Time - week days only, flexible hours

**Responsibilities**

• Guide cataract and lasik surgery patients throughout the pre and postoperative process. Make recommendations and educate patients on intraocular lens choices and desired refractive outcomes.
• Co-manage patients referred to our clinic for chronic and acute ocular disease
• Provide specialized care for patients suffering from dry eye syndrome, including enhanced diagnostic testing and treatment (Lipiscan, BlephEx, LipiFlow, Intense Pulse Light, Punctal Plugs, Autologous Serum Tears)
• Educate patients on maintaining optimal eye health and preventing eye diseases through lifestyle changes and proper eye care practices.

**Requirements**

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Valid license to practice optometry in British Columbia
• Strong clinical skills with a focus on diagnosing and managing ocular surface conditions in order to optimize surgical refractive outcomes
• Experience in providing dry eye services and utilizing advanced diagnostic tools and treatment modalities.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to effectively educate and counsel patients.
• Commitment to delivering high-quality patient care in a collaborative team environment.
• Dedication to staying current with advancements in optometry and dry eye management through continuing education and professional development.

**Benefits**

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package.
• Opportunities for professional growth and advancement within the clinic.
• Supportive work environment with access to state-of-the-art equipment and resources.
• Continuing education allowances to support ongoing learning and development.

**How to Apply**

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and a cover letter outlining their qualifications and experience in optometry, particularly in medical and dry eye services. Join us in making a difference in the lives of our patients by providing exceptional eye care services. We look forward to welcoming you to our team!