Optometrist

Visionworks of America, Inc.; City of Watertown (NY); On-site; USD 84,281 - 115,897; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive base pay

Exam Incentive Program

401(k) with company match

Medical insurance

Continuing education stipend

And other perks

Job summary

A leading national eye care company is looking for an ambitious Optometrist to provide comprehensive patient care in Watertown, NY. This full-time role offers a competitive salary ranging from $61.18 - $84.13 per hour, up to $50,000 in incentives, and a comprehensive benefits package including medical insurance and a 401(k). Ideal candidates should have a strong commitment to patient care, excellent clinical skills, and an entrepreneurial spirit. Join a team dedicated to improving eye health and vision for all ages.

Qualifications

• Optometrists must be committed to providing high levels of care.
• Ability to handle eye emergencies and provide comprehensive eye care.
• Strong desire to help grow the business long-term.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages.
• Perform patient examinations and recommend vision-enhancing solutions.
• Collaborate with staff to improve access to healthcare.

Skills

Excellent clinical and people skills

Entrepreneurial spirit

Commitment to patient care

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Tools

Optical coherence tomography

Visual fields

Retinal camera

Auto-refractor

Electronic health records

Job description

Store 1012 Optometrist, Watertown, Watertown, New York, United States of America

Job Description

Posted Tuesday, March 17, 2026 at 4:00 AM

Visionworks Optometrist - Employed

Our employed optometrists help make quality eye care accessible and affordable, changing the lives of millions of patients each year.

Watertown, NY - Full Time

Up to $50,000 in incentives!

Pay Rate: $61.18 - $84.13 per hour

Opportunity

If you are an outstanding Optometrist, whose primary goal is to provide excellent patient care, we are interested in talking to you! Visionworks is seeking an ambitious and passionate Optometrist who would love a fresh start with a fast growing company dedicated to helping patients see great, feel great and look great. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, this opportunity can take your career to the next level.

Why us?

Visionworks is a leading national eye care company sitting on the corner of healthcare and retail. Our Optometrists enjoy the benefits of being a Doctor without the hassle of running a business. You focus on patient care, we handle the rest — i.e. insurance billing, credentialing, staff hiring & training, administrative work….

At Visionworks, you’ll have access to advanced diagnostic technology, including optical coherence tomography, visual fields, retinal camera, auto‑refractor, and electronic health records to manage patient care seamlessly. OD technicians or Clinical Specialists will be there to work up patients and provide contact lens care and fittings. Visionworks does everything to ensure our Doctors have a fulfilling career and work‑life balance.

We offer excellent compensation and comprehensive benefits package:

• Competitive base pay
• Exam Incentive Program
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical insurance
• Continuing education stipend
• And other perks

What you’ll do:

As part of Visionworks “Oneteam”, you'll provide comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages, visual and medical conditions. You'll perform patient examinations, recommend vision‑enhancing solutions based on prescription findings, handle eye emergencies, and collaborate with staff members to help deliver our commitment to improving access to healthcare.

Who we’re seeking:

Optometrists with an entrepreneurial spirit dedicated to patient care who strongly desire to help grow the business long‑term. Candidates should have excellent clinical and people skills. Must be committed to providing patients with the highest level of care and a wide range of services to ensure optimal eye health and vision for a lifetime.

Visionworks is an equal opportunity employer, committed to the hiring, advancement, and fair treatment of individuals without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, national origin, ethnicity, disability or veteran status, or any other protected status designated by federal, state, or local law.