Optometrist (Opticare-Forks Vision Clinic) - East Grand Forks and Crookston, MN

VSP Vision•Rancho Cordova, CA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Opticare-Forks Vision Clinic is hiring a full-time Optometrist to join their thriving practice established in 1978. The practice is built on long-term patient relationships and a reputation as a trusted provider for the communities of East Grand Forks and Crookston, Minnesota. The practice pairs a personalized, patient-centered eye clinic with practical resources like an in-house optical lab and a large frame inventory, allowing you to deliver great care from exam to eyewear. This is a great practice opportunity for someone who likes the idea of providing genuine, community-rooted care and is interested in future ownership in a professional optometry practice. Since 1978, Opticare-Forks Vision Clinic has been a trusted, locally-owned practice rooted in our community and built on long-term patient relationships, earning a reputation as a go-to provider for the broader region. Many of our patients travel from over a 100-mile radius for care that is personal, informative, and genuinely welcoming. Guided by honesty, integrity, and a patient-first philosophy, our team focuses on helping people achieve their best possible vision for everyday life. Comprehensive eyecare supports learning, eye comfort, visual efficiency, and lasting eye health. We take time to explain how to optimize eye health and visual function, how to properly wear contact lenses, and how to care for eyewear. Quality is emphasized at every step so concerns can be detected and managed early. We deliver a true full-scope experience including comprehensive eye exams, diagnosis and management of eye disease, contact lens care, emergency eye care, infant vision assessments, and a full optical department with an in-house lab and a large frame selection to help patients get into great eyewear faster and more accurately.

Requirements

Optometry license in the state of Minnesota

Nice To Haves

Passionate and dedicated individual with a deep commitment to providing exceptional eye care and improving the vision and eye health of the community.
Highly skilled and capable of confidently handling a diverse range of patients with varying visual needs and age groups.
Enthusiastic about utilizing the latest advancements in optometry to facilitate practice growth and reputation.
Strong commitment to continuous learning.
Exceptional communication skills.
Genuine passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others.

Responsibilities

Provide full‑scope, comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages.
Deliver accurate diagnoses and customized treatment plans across services such as ocular disease management, contact lens care, myopia management, and coordination with medical and surgical specialists.
Perform comprehensive eye exams and vision testing.
Diagnose refractive and ocular conditions.
Prescribe glasses, contact lenses, and therapeutic medications as permitted by state law.
Educate patients on eye health, preventive care, and proper lens use.
Maintain detailed electronic health records.
Manage follow‑up care.
Make referrals when advanced treatment is required.
Oversee the fitting and dispensing of ophthalmic materials.
Support emergency eye care as needed.