The Offer Series – Part 2: Considering an Offer (Video)
What are the different types of employee compensation for an Optometrist? Which compensation model earns the most income in the long-run? When evaluating an employment contract, what should an Optometrist be looking for?
In Part 2 of our webinar series, originally presented to students at the Pennsylvania College of Optometry/Salus University, the Optometry recruiters at ETS Vision take a deep dive into employment contracts and compensation considerations for Optometry new grads.
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The Offer Series – Part 1: Earning the Offer (Video)
Feb 1, 2022
When evaluating different Optometry opportunities, what is your priority? For many, compensation and benefits are at the top. For others, location, advancement opportunities, ...
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The Contract Series: Part 3 – Before You Sign
May 13, 2021
You’ve interviewed. You’ve negotiated. You’re ready to sign. Almost. There are still a few details to confirm. The first, and perhaps most obvious, step you should ...
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The Contract Series: Part 2 – Reviewing the Terms
Apr 20, 2021
You’ve been offered a contract. In many cases, the initial contract is a standard document with some wiggle room. Remember, you’ll have to live with the conditions of this...
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The Contract Series: Part 1 – Preparing For Negotiations
Apr 13, 2021
You’re in discussions with an employer for a position that looks like a great fit, and it looks like you’ll be offered a contract. However, one of the most critical aspe...
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How to Turn Down a Job Offer Professionally
Sep 23, 2020
In 2020, landing a position with an independent practice can be a challenge, particularly in the wake of a worldwide pandemic. In recent months, however, we've seen a signific...
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Breach of Contract: What Happens Next?
Jul 1, 2020
Most practices have some type of contract with associates. For the most part, these agreements work well. But sooner or later, you are likely to have an employee seek to leave...
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Associate Contracts: What to Look For in Your Next Contract
May 13, 2020
A manila envelope appears on your desk with your new contract. It’s all there in black and white—the terms, salary, perks, and expectations. While an employment contrac...
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Base Salary vs Actual Compensation
Dec 11, 2019
Not all salaries are created equal. All too often, we find that job seekers will overlook a potentially rewarding opportunity solely because the base salary offered is lower t...
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What to Do When an Associate Doesn’t Want to Renew Their Contract
Aug 15, 2019
Maybe the contract renewal has been with the associate for a while and you’re hearing radio silence. Maybe they’ve told you they have no interest in renewing. Either way, ...
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Are You Ready to Be a Partner?
Jun 3, 2019
There comes a time in every office when taking on an additional partner makes good business sense. Partners, unlike associates, are part owners of a practice. Practice owners ...