Optometrist

Hëda; Bowling Green (OH); On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base salary

Production bonuses

New graduate incentives

Student incentives

CE reimbursement

Malpractice insurance

Administrative support

Job summary

Hëda in Bowling Green, KY seeks a full-time Doctor of Optometry to provide full-scope optometric care in a busy primary care setting with support from a skilled team and modern diagnostic tech.

The role emphasizes exemplary patient care while administrative tasks are handled by the practice, enabling clinicians to focus on clinical excellence and autonomy.

Qualifications

• OD degree from an accredited optometry school.
• Licensed or eligible for Kentucky licensure as an Optometrist.
• Strong clinical skills and a passion for full-scope optometry.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work with a supported staff.
• Ability to thrive in a high-volume primary care setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide full-scope optometric services in a high-volume primary care setting.
• Use state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to deliver quality patient outcomes.
• Focus on clinical care while utilizing patient prescreening and technical support.
• Collaborate with an administrative team that handles billing, credentialing, and marketing.
• Contribute to a culture of clinical excellence, teamwork, and autonomy.

Skills

Strong clinical skills

Excellent interpersonal skills

Busy environment adaptability

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree

Licensed or eligible for licensure in Kentucky

Job description

Optometrist – Bowling Green, KY

Position Overview

Are you looking for a role where you can do meaningful work, grow professionally, and enjoy a healthy work-life balance? Do you value patient-centered care, modern technology, and a collaborative team environment?

This busy primary care practice group is in search of a full-time Doctor of Optometry to join their team in Bowling Green, KY. This unique opportunity provides the professional freedom to practice full-scope optometry while being supported by an experienced staff and state-of-the-art equipment. This role is designed for a clinician who wants to focus on exemplary patient care while the practice handles the administrative and operational complexities.

Location

This opportunity is based in Bowling Green, Kentucky. As one of the fastest-growing regional hubs in South Central Kentucky, Bowling Green offers an exceptional quality of life with an affordable cost of living and a welcoming Southern charm. Home to Western Kentucky University, the city features a vibrant historic downtown, excellent local dining, top-rated schools, and expansive park systems. Residents enjoy close proximity to outdoor attractions like Mammoth Cave National Park and Lost River Cave, all while being located just an hour north of Nashville.

Organization Overview

Our practice group is a leader in primary care, committed to a model that prioritizes the doctor-patient relationship. By providing comprehensive ancillary business support—including billing, marketing, and credentialing—we ensure that our providers can dedicate their full attention to clinical excellence.

The practice environment is energetic and collaborative, featuring modern diagnostic technology and a fully trained technical support team. Whether you are an experienced provider or a new graduate, you will find a supportive infrastructure designed to help you thrive and grow professionally.

What You'll Be Working On

• Providing full-scope optometric services in a high-volume primary care setting.
• Utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to deliver high-quality patient outcomes.
• Focusing on clinical care while utilizing provided patient prescreening and technical support.
• Collaborating with a dedicated administrative team that manages billing, credentialing, and marketing.
• Contributing to a practice culture that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and professional autonomy.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry school.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Optometrist in Kentucky.
• Strong clinical skills and a passion for practicing full-scope optometry.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with an experienced support staff.
• Ability to thrive in a busy, primary care-focused environment.

What's In It For You

• Competitive Compensation: $145,000 – $155,000 base salary.
• Performance Incentives: Production bonuses and additional incentive programs.
• New Graduate Support: Specific incentives tailored for new graduates to jumpstart their careers.
• Financial Benefits: Student incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional Growth: CE (Continuing Education) reimbursement and malpractice insurance provided.
• Operational Ease: All business operations (billing, marketing, credentialing) handled for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.