Optometrist (Ascent Eye Care) - Salida, CO
About The Position
Ascent Eye Care in Salida, Colorado, is seeking an optometrist to provide high-quality vision and eye care to patients of all ages from across south-central Colorado. The practice, established in 2024 and growing quickly, provides comprehensive eye exams, diabetic eye exams, dry eye treatments, ocular disease management, emergency eye care, myopia management, soft and specialty contact lenses, minor surgical and laser procedures, and post-operative surgical care. The clinical environment has six exam lanes, including a minor surgical procedure room, and an in-house lens finishing lab. The practice uses Crystal PM EHR software and a range of diagnostic and treatment equipment. Doctors typically perform at least 16 comprehensive exams and 4 to 6 shorter appointments per workday. The position is scheduled for 3–4 days per week. It offers the opportunity to grow with the practice, including a future partnership path. Salida is in the Upper Arkansas River Valley in the Heart of the Rockies. The area offers outdoor recreation including skiing, hiking, fishing, rafting, and river surfing.
Requirements
- Be licensed to practice optometry in the state of Colorado.
- Be kind, compassionate, knowledgeable, and personable.
- Be reliable, punctual, and committed to a strong work ethic.
- Be comfortable caring for a diverse patient population and collaborating with the practice team.
- Be committed to thoughtful, high-quality care.
Nice To Haves
- Motivation for continuous learning and growth with the practice.
- Interest in a future partnership path.
Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive eye examinations.
- Assess visual acuity, refraction, eye alignment, and overall eye health.
- Prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses.
- Diagnose and manage ocular conditions.
- Recognize ocular signs of systemic disease.
- Conduct specialized testing.
- Provide contact lens care.
- Co-manage pre- and post-operative patients when applicable.
- Educate patients.
- Make appropriate referrals.
- Maintain complete patient records.
Benefits
- Medical and vision insurance
- 401k matching (100% up to 4% of compensation)
- Paid time off
- Sick leave
- Production bonus
- Malpractice insurance and licensing fees
- Continuing education allowance
- Partnership opportunity
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
