Optometrist – Medical Optometry | Tampa (BB)
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Optometrist – Medical Optometry | Tampa, Florida
Join an Established Multispecialty Ophthalmology Practice | Competitive Compensation + 20% Bonus Opportunity
An established multispecialty ophthalmology practice in the Tampa, Florida area is seeking a patient-focused Optometrist (OD) to join its collaborative clinical team. This opportunity offers exposure to comprehensive eye care, medical optometry, ocular disease management, contact lens services, and surgical co-management within an integrated optometry and ophthalmology practice.
Work alongside experienced ophthalmologists, optometrists, technicians, and clinical professionals in a professional, compassionate environment focused on high-quality patient care. The practice is particularly interested in candidates with 1–10 years of professional optometry experience, with medical optometry or OD/MD practice experience strongly preferred.
Why Consider This Opportunity?
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Established multispecialty ophthalmology practice.
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Integrated OD/MD clinical environment.
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Comprehensive medical and primary eye care services.
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Collaboration with ophthalmologists and surgical specialists.
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Additional 20% bonus opportunity.
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Comprehensive benefits package.
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Professional development and career growth opportunities.
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Monday–Friday schedule.
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No regularly scheduled evening, weekend, or holiday shifts.
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Multiple Tampa-area practice locations.
Job Responsibilities
- Perform comprehensive eye examinations for new and established patients, evaluating visual function, refractive needs, and overall ocular health.
- Review patient histories, examination findings, and diagnostic results to develop individualized treatment and follow-up plans.
- Diagnose and manage ocular diseases within the clinician's training, credentials, and authorized scope of practice.
- Provide contact lens fittings, evaluations, and ongoing follow-up care.
- Educate patients about eye health, diagnoses, treatment options, and recommended follow-up care.
Medical Optometry and Surgical Co-Management
- Manage patients with ocular conditions in coordination with the ophthalmology team.
- Co-manage cataract, refractive, glaucoma, and cornea patients in collaboration with the appropriate surgical specialists.
- Provide preoperative and postoperative optometric care as appropriate to the treatment plan.
- Monitor patient progress and communicate relevant clinical findings or changes in patient status to the surgical team.
- Support continuity of care through timely follow-up, appropriate referrals, and collaborative treatment planning.
Documentation and Team Collaboration
- Maintain accurate, complete, and timely electronic medical record documentation.
- Collaborate with ophthalmologists, technicians, and clinical staff to support efficient patient flow and high-quality care.
- Communicate clinical findings, treatment recommendations, and patient concerns clearly to colleagues and patients.
- Contribute to a professional, patient-centered clinical environment.
- Rotate between assigned practice locations and participate in the practice's rotating on-call schedule.
Qualifications
- Active Florida optometry license or ability to obtain the required license before beginning practice.
- 1–10 years of professional optometry experience.
- Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and patient management skills.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication abilities.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, team-oriented medical environment.
- Commitment to patient safety, professional standards, and high-quality clinical care.
Preferred Experience
- Medical optometry experience, particularly within an integrated OD/MD practice.
- Experience managing ocular diseases.
- Experience with cataract, refractive, glaucoma, and cornea surgical co-management.
- Experience collaborating with ophthalmologists and multidisciplinary clinical teams.
Compensation and Benefits
Compensation
- Base salary starting around salary, depending on experience.
- Additional 20% bonus opportunity.
- Final base salary range and bonus eligibility criteria are pending confirmation.
Benefits
- Health, dental, and vision insurance.
- Life and disability insurance.
- Paid time off.
- 401(k) retirement plan with employer matching.
- Opportunities for professional development and career growth within an established ophthalmology practice.
Working Hours
- Schedule: Monday through Friday.
- On-site clinical position.
- No regularly scheduled evening, weekend, or holiday shifts.
- Rotating on-call duty is required.
- Candidates will rotate between one of the following assigned location combinations, with the final assignment to be determined.
Skills
- Carrollwood: 13904 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Suite 200, Tampa, FL 33618.
- Brooksville: 14543 Cortez Boulevard, Brooksville, FL 34613.
Option B: Carrollwood and South Tampa
- Carrollwood: 13904 N. Dale Mabry Highway, Suite 200, Tampa, FL 33618.
- South Tampa: 113 S. Armenia Avenue, Tampa, FL 33609.
Candidates should be comfortable traveling between their assigned practice locations as required.
Equal Opportunity
The practice is committed to maintaining a professional, collaborative, and inclusive workplace that supports high-quality patient care and positive outcomes for patients and team members.