Full Time Optometrist

Northwest Eye Physicians; Illinois; On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Annual productivity-based bonus

Generous paid time off

401k with employer match

Disability Insurance

Job summary

A healthcare provider in Illinois is looking for a full-time Optometrist (OD) to join their established team. The ideal candidate will have over 5 years of experience in optometry, ideally in a hybrid MD/OD practice. Responsibilities include performing eye exams, prescribing corrective lenses, and educating patients about surgeries. This position offers a competitive salary, annual bonuses, and comprehensive benefits including paid time off and a 401k plan.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of optometry experience.
• Experience in hybrid MD/OD practice or surgical setting preferred.
• Strong interest in growing a patient base.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye exams.
• Prescribe glasses and contact lenses.
• Assist with postoperative care.

Skills

Optometry expertise

Patient education

Customer service

Surgical co-management

Networking abilities

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Medical residency

Job description

Northwest Eye Physicians is seeking a medically focused Optometrist (OD) to join our established hybrid MD/OD practice. This is a full‑time position in a privately owned practice that has proudly served the Arlington Heights community for over 50 years.

Our practice is unique—one of very few in the state with an on‑site surgical suite— and is built on a collaborative team of physicians and staff dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care.

Position Overview

The Optometrist will play a key role in comprehensive eye care, surgical co‑management, and patient education within our medical optometry setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye exams using optometric equipment and diagnostic interpretation
• Prescribe glasses and contact lenses
• Initiate surgical consults by educating patients on available procedures and referring to the appropriate MD
• Assist with postoperative care and follow‑up for surgical patients
• Provide excellent customer service and patient‑centered care
• Participate in a rotating on‑call schedule with other physicians (no hospital call required)

Qualifications

• 5+ years of optometry experience
• Experience in a hybrid MD/OD practice or surgical setting preferred
• Medical residency preferred
• Strong interest in growing a patient base through networking and positive patient experiences
• Full‑time position
• Competitive base salary, commensurate with experience
• Annual productivity‑based bonus
• Generous paid time off policy
• 401k with employer match
• Disability Insurance

Application Instructions

Please include your annual salary requirement with your application.