Mobile Optometrist - Des Moines, IA

Eyetastic Services; Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 112,000 - 147,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Company car (fuel & maintenance)

Health insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Ownership/partnership after 1 year

Job summary

Eyetastic Services, LLC operates a mobile optometry practice delivering eye care across multiple facilities. As a Doctor of Optometry, you will travel daily, perform thorough eye tests, and coordinate a small team including a scheduler and 1–2 technicians to serve 12–30 patients daily.

The role emphasizes leadership, effective communication, and adaptability to diverse patient populations, with opportunity for ownership after one year. Competitive pay and benefits are provided.

Qualifications

• Leadership, communication, and interpersonal abilities are required.
• Ability to manage a dynamic, travel-based work environment.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to patient care are essential.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations and provide high-quality optometric care.
• Lead and coordinate with support staff at multiple facilities.
• Manage a daily patient load of 12–30, ensuring smooth operations and clear communication.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Travel readiness

Education

Fourth-year optometry student

Job description

An esteemed mobile optometric practice is seeking a dedicated, driven Doctor of Optometry to join its team. With this mobile optometry position, you will embark on a daily journey to various facilities, ensuring that patients in different locations receive essential eye care services. Each day presents a new opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of those you serve, while enjoying the dynamic experience of a changing work environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations and provide high-quality optometric care to patients.
• Lead and coordinate with support staff to ensure smooth daily operations at different facilities.
• Maintain an organized schedule while managing care for 12 to 30 patients daily, depending on the facility and available team support.
• Create a positive patient experience by listening to concerns and providing clear communication about diagnoses and treatment options.

The successful candidate will demonstrate strong organizational skills, a robust work ethic, and a personable demeanor. They will be expected to communicate effectively, listen attentively, and exhibit leadership qualities while managing a team that includes a scheduler and one to two technicians daily. This role requires flexibility and a willingness to travel to various facilities, where the optometrist will engage with a diverse patient population.

Compensation and Benefits

• Competitive daily rate of $700.00, plus productivity bonus.
• Company-provided car, including fuel and maintenance expenses.
• Health insurance.
• 401(k) retirement plan.
• Opportunities for ownership/partnership are available after one year of service.

Working Hours

• Full-time position with hours typically from 8 AM to 5 PM, 4 to 5 days a week.
• Flexibility for a 3-day week may be considered for the right candidate.

Requirements

• Valid state optometry license or in the process of obtaining one.
• Valid driver's license that is in good standing.
• Fourth-year optometry students are invited to apply.
• Strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work efficiently in a dynamic and changing environment.

AboutEyetasticServices

Eyetastic Services partners exclusively with employerswho provide equal opportunities across all healthcare fields. As dedicated eye care professionals, we support you at every stage of the hiring process, including free resume assistance and negotiations, always with your privacy in mind. We never share your information with other recruiting agencies or charge candidates any fees, so that you can explore new opportunities with complete peace of mind.

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