Optometrist (OD)

WK Eye Institute • Willis Knighton Health System • Shreveport–Bossier City, Louisiana

Position Optometrist (OD) – Full-Time Location Shreveport-Bossier City, LA

Department WK Eye Institute Schedule Weekdays, no call

About WK Eye Institute

WK Eye Institute is one of the largest eye care providers in the Ark-La-Tex. Locations: WK North

(Greenwood Road), WK Pierremont (Youree Drive), WK South (Bert Kouns) and WK Bossier (Hospital

Drive). Our optometrists and ophthalmologists work side by side, offering patients everything from routine exams to advanced surgery.

Our services include comprehensive and diabetic eye exams, specialty contact lens fitting, dry eye

management, glaucoma treatment, macular degeneration care, cataract surgery, LASIK and SMILE refractive surgery, and eyelid procedures. The Institute invests in advanced technology, including the LenSx laser for bladeless cataract surgery, the VisuMax laser and iStent glaucoma implants. WK Eye Institute was the first in the region to offer corneal cross-linking for keratoconus.

About Willis Knighton Health System

Founded more than 100 years ago, Willis Knighton is the largest locally owned, not-for-profit health system in northwest Louisiana. It is a member of the Mayo Clinic Care Network, which gives our providers access to Mayo Clinic expertise and resources on behalf of our patients. You will join a well-established, physician-supported organization with a strong referral base and a long-term commitment to the communities it serves.

The Opportunity

We are seeking a board-certified Optometrist to provide primary and medical eye care as part of an integrated team of optometrists and ophthalmic surgeons. This role offers a full, established patient base, a medical rather than retail practice setting, and close collaboration with surgeons on co-managed care.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive, routine and diabetic eye examinations for adults
• Diagnose, treat and manage ocular disease, including glaucoma, dry eye and macular degeneration
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses (including specialty fits) and therapeutic medications
• Provide pre- and post-operative care for cataract and refractive surgery patients, in partnership with WK

ophthalmologists

• Refer and coordinate care with ophthalmology subspecialists and other Willis Knighton physicians
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) from an ACOE-accredited school of optometry
• Louisiana optometry license, or eligibility to obtain one, with therapeutic prescribing privileges
• Passage of all parts of the National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO)
• Residency training or experience in ocular disease is preferred; new graduates are welcome to apply
• Strong communication skills and a commitment to patient-centered care

Compensation and Benefits

Willis Knighton offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package:

• Defined benefit pension plan. This is an employer-provided pension
• 403(b) retirement savings plan in addition to the pension
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• Life insurance and AD&D coverage for employees and dependents, with supplemental options
• Short- and long-term disability coverage
• Paid vacation, sick leave and holidays
• Health care and dependent care reimbursement accounts
• Continuing education support and tuition reimbursement
• Malpractice coverage, plus license and professional dues reimbursement
• Membership in the Willis Knighton Federal Credit Union
• Employee discounts on health and fitness memberships

Life in Shreveport–Bossier City

Shreveport–Bossier offers a low cost of living, short commutes and a rich cultural scene. It is home to The Shreveport Symphony, museums, festivals and Louisiana cuisine. Residents enjoy golf, lake and outdoor recreation nearby, and Dallas is three hours away by car.

How to Apply

Please send CV and a letter of interest to:

Margaret Elberson, Physician Recruiter, Willis Knighton Health System

melberson@wkhs.com • 318.455.1098