Associate Optometrist - St. Charles, Missouri

Hëda; Saint Charles (MO); On-site; USD 130,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

PTO

Dental coverage

Holiday pay

Professional liability insurance

Licenses covered (Missouri, DEA, BNDD)

Job summary

Hëda seeks a friendly optometrist to join our private practice in St. Charles, MO. You will provide comprehensive vision care and medical eye services, educating patients and offering lifestyle-based vision solutions.

The role emphasizes strong doctor–team communication, efficient patient flow, and growth within a well-established practice equipped with OCT, Optos, visual field testing, and topography. May 15, 2026 start preferred.

Qualifications

• Our ideal candidate is a friendly, patient-focused optometrist who educates patients and recommends lifestyle-based vision solutions.
• Strong doctor–team communication is essential.

Responsibilities

• Manage both vision care and medical eye conditions.
• Educate patients and support lifestyle-based vision solutions.
• Maintain efficient patient flow and contribute to practice growth.

Skills

Communication

Patient education

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Tools

OCT

Optos

Visual field testing

Topography

Job description

LOCATION: St. Charles/St. Louis, Missouri

PRACTICE MODALITY: Private Practice (1-2 Doctors)

SCHEDULE: Full time (5 days)

COMPENSATION: $130,000 to $150,000

BENEFITS:

• Health Benefits
• PTO
• Dental; Holiday pay; Professional liability; Missouri state licenses, DEA and BNDD covered

SPECIALTIES:

• Primary Care
• Neurolens

PRACTICE OVERVIEW & DETAILS:

Our ideal candidate is a friendly, patient-focused optometrist who enjoys educating patients and recommending lifestyle-based vision solutions. They are committed to clinical excellence and value building long-term relationships. As a strong optical practice, we are seeking a confident and personable OD who is comfortable managing both vision care and medical eye conditions.

We offer advanced technology including OCT, Optos, Virtual Visual Field, Topography, and Neurolens N-3 headsets. We follow a structured practice model that emphasizes strong doctor–team communication, efficient patient flow, and measurable growth. We also provide training in a structured doctor–patient communication approach that supports clear prescribing and a seamless handoff to the optical team. Our doctors play an important role in supporting a well-organized, goal-oriented environment that enhances both patient care and practice performance.

Strong communication skills with both patients and staff are essential. Needing to fill by May 15, 2026 if at all possible.

This is an excellent opportunity to join a long-established, independently owned practice with a strong reputation, advanced technology, and experienced ownership committed to supporting both patient care and team success.

Two exam lanes and a third is available as growth demonstrates the need, either for a regular exam lane or for specialty use.

(Please note: Would like to have a discussion with Dr. Aaron Neufeld/other if possible regarding the correct offer. Thank you)