Optometrist

National Vision; Grand Junction (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 35,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Professional liability insurance

Retirement savings programs with employer match

Paid sick time

Paid parental leave

Job summary

A reputable optical care provider in Grand Junction, Colorado, is seeking a licensed optometrist to deliver primary eye care and manage ocular diseases. This role offers competitive pay, including $1,000 per day on select Saturdays and part-time benefits. Applicants should have a Doctor of Optometry degree and be licensed in the state. The position includes no on-call hours and flexible scheduling to ensure work-life balance.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry from an accredited school.
• Licensed to practice in the state.
• Ability to treat ocular diseases.

Responsibilities

• Manage ocular disease including treatment of corneal ulcers and uveitis.
• Diagnose diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma.
• Perform removal of foreign bodies.

Skills

Ability to manage ocular disease

Knowledge of ocular pathology

Patient care

Education

Doctor of Optometry Degree (OD)

Job description

Overview

At our practice, we believe that the optometrist is the hero of primary eye care, enabling and safeguarding their patient’s ability to experience his or her best vision. For many people, an optometrist is also the first point of contact into the healthcare system. The eyes can offer a window into overall health, and thus this first touch point can be critical for patients getting the care they need for serious conditions. We don’t take that responsibility lightly, which is why we empower our optometrists to provide the highest quality of care.

NEW office hours several days per week, giving optometrists more free time in the evenings. Plus, on select Saturdays, we now pay a base rate of one thousand dollars per day!

We offer competitive part-time benefits that demonstrate how much we value optometrists, ensuring that the financial, health, and well-being needs of doctors are met.

Financial Benefits

• Competitive pay and bonus potential (up to thirty thousand dollars per year)
• Earn one thousand dollars per day on select Saturdays
• Professional liability insurance coverage
• Retirement savings programs with employer match
• Personal financial wellness and planning services

Health & Wellness Benefits

• No on-call or late evening hours
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid FMLA leave of absence
• Paid parental leave

Job Description

Primary care is more than prescribing contacts and eyeglasses. Our optometrists report seeing a high amount of anterior and posterior segment pathology in their practices. They manage ocular disease to their comfort level, including but not limited to:

• Treating corneal ulcers and uveitis
• Red eye
• Diagnosing diabetic retinopathy and glaucoma
• Removal of foreign bodies
• Diagnosing macular disease, retinal holes and retinal detachments

Qualifications

Doctor of Optometry Degree (OD) from anAccredited School of Optometry

State Licensed or will be licensed to practice Optometry (New Graduates)in the state in which you will be practicing.

Additional Information

We expect to accept applications until 12/01/25.

For more information, please visit our website.