Optometrist

Visionworks; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 140,000 - 165,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

Paid vacation (2 weeks)

Paid holidays (6)

Paid personal/sick time (5 days)

Parental leave

401(K) plan with match

Medical insurance

Vision insurance

Dental insurance

Life Insurance

Malpractice insurance

Continuing education reimbursement

License renewal reimbursement

Job summary

Sowash Practices is seeking skilled Optometrists to provide comprehensive eye care services in Aurora, CO. Compensation includes a pay range of $140,000 - $165,000 and a sign-on bonus, with a commitment to high-quality patient care in a collaborative clinical setting.

Ideal candidates will have an OD degree, an active CO license, and strong exam/diagnostic skills. Responsibilities include exams, diagnostics, prescriptions, and collaboration with ophthalmology teams.

Qualifications

• OD degree from an accredited institution.
• Active state optometry license in good standing.
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication and patient care skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye exams and vision tests.
• Diagnose and manage ocular diseases.
• Prescribe glasses and contact lenses.
• Provide pre- and post-operative care for refractive surgery.
• Educate patients on eye health and preventive care.
• Maintain accurate patient records in EHR.
• Collaborate with ophthalmologists and others.

Skills

Clinical skills

Communication

Teamwork/independence

Education

OD degree

Tools

EHR proficiency

Job description

Optometrist Full-time

Aurora, CO

Pay range: $140,000 - $165,000

Sign-On Bonus!

Position Overview

Sowash Practices is seeking skilled and patient-focused Optometrists to provide comprehensive eye care services, including vision exams, diagnosis, and treatment of ocular conditions. Ideal candidates are committed to delivering high-quality care, building strong patient relationships, and contributing to a collaborative clinical environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye exams and vision tests
• Diagnose and manage ocular diseases
• Prescribe corrective lenses, including glasses and contact lenses
• Provide pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing refractive surgery
• Educate patients on eye health, preventive care, and treatment plans
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date patient records in EHR
• Collaborate with ophthalmologists and other healthcare professionals as needed
• Stay current with advancements in optometry and participate in continuing education

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution
• Active state optometry license in good standing
• Strong clinical and diagnostic skills
• Excellent communication and patient care skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

Compensation & Benefits

We are committed to supporting our doctors’ long-term growth and success. Our full-time doctors are rewarded with competitive salaries, generous performance-based incentives and benefits that include:

• Paid vacation time (2 weeks)
• Paid holidays (6 total)
• Paid personal/sick time (5 days)
• Parental leave
• 401(K) plan with match
• Medical insurance
• Prescription drug plan
• Flex spending account
• Health savings account
• Life Insurance

• Employee assistance plan
• Malpractice insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Basic life insurance
• Company paid long-term disability insurance
• Voluntary short-term disability insurance
• License renewal reimbursement
• Continuing education fee reimbursement
• Salary Range: $140,000 - $165,000

VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.

Special note about this opportunity:

This career opportunity is with an independently operated practice or affiliated business entity. While VSP Vision and its affiliated companies may assist with recruiting and candidate outreach, the hiring decision, employment relationship, and terms of employment are solely between the employer of record and the applicant.

The above information in this description was provided by the hiring organization and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this role.