Optometrist (Ballard Optical) - Seattle, WA

VSP Vision•Rancho Cordova, CA

2d•Onsite

About The Position

An excellent opportunity for an Optometrist is now available at Ballard Optical, located in Seattle, Washington. Why you should apply Ballard Optical has been a neighborhood fixture on Market Street for decades and lives by its mission to improve the quality of life through exceptional eye care and top-quality products. If you’re a highly-engaged professional passionate about a career in helping others see clearly and you’re excited to bring innovative perspectives to a modern practice that values a work-life balance—Ballard Optical is the perfect place for you! Located in the heart of the Pacific Northwest, the Seattle metropolitan area boasts a vibrant economy, an urban environment, and a small-town feel with many unique assets to embrace. Offering stunning natural surroundings, a vast network of trails, and a year-round moderate climate, there’s plenty of curated experiences to enjoy. Explore the parks, gardens, and wildlife that make this area a natural wonderland—or enjoy one of the many museums, art galleries, festivals, and family-friendly events that Seattle is known for. Ballard is a lively waterfront neighborhood with trendy restaurants, cafes, craft breweries, and locally-owned shops centered on historic Ballard Avenue. The area’s proximity to many national forests and state parks and just a quick drive to the Seattle-Tacoma International Airport makes this region an ideal place to practice and a prime location to live. About Ballard Optical With practice roots dating back to the 1970s, Ballard Optical is a staple in the Seattle community, serving patients of all demographics. For over 40 years, this long-standing practice has kept its commitment to offering world-class eye care in an intimate setting. The team of Optometrists take a patient-centric approach to delivering comprehensive eye care services and specialize in ocular disease treatment and management, surgical co-management, and specialty contact lenses. To support ongoing business growth and expansion, the practice is looking for an Optometrist to join the team of eight professionals. To ensure a lifetime of clear vision, the Optometrists utilize state-of-the-art vision care technology to diagnose and treat a wide array of eye diseases. The practice is well-equipped with advanced technology, including, Optos, IPL, Radio Frequency, Optical Coherence Tomography, Humphrey Visual Field, and iCare. Cloud-based software (Crystal PM) manages electronic health records while establishing a baseline of patients’ eye health and monitors changes. The optical boutique features the most extensive collection of designer frames in the area; and the Opticians work closely with patients to select proper frames for cosmetic, lifestyle, and visual needs. About the Optometrist Opening Ballard Optical is seeking a compassionate and motivated Optometrist committed to serving patients through excellent personalized care to achieve optimal eye health. You’ll have the opportunity to practice full-scope optometry and promote good ocular health through patient education. On average, 15 patients are cared for daily. The position is Part-Time or Full-Time — the available days are flexible!

Requirements

Optometry license in the state of Washington
Demonstrate leadership
Excellent communication skills
Interpersonal skills
Compassion for patient health and safety

Nice To Haves

Continuously develop skills through mentorship with experienced doctors
Willing to integrate new techniques and innovations that improve patient care and services