Optometrist

U.S. Bankruptcy Court - District of CT; United States; Remote; USD 175,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

Join Ovitsky Vision Care as a mission-driven Optometrist providing essential eye care to senior living facilities. Enjoy competitive salary, flexible working hours, and a collaborative team environment. This role allows you to make a meaningful impact on the lives of older adults in need of love and care.

Benefits

Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance

Life Insurance

Short-term & Long-term Disability

Retirement plan options

Qualifications

• Passionate about serving older adults.
• Experienced in managing ocular pathologies.
• Adaptable and collaborative.

Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive eye exams for aging adults.
• Collaborate with facility teams for continuity of care.
• Maintain a professional presence in each setting.

Skills

Refracting

Diagnosing ocular pathologies

Collaboration

Working independently

Education

Licensed to practice in Illinois

Tools

Portable optical equipment

Job description

Make a Meaningful Impact Through Patient-Centered Eye Care

At Ovitsky Vision Care, we’ve dedicated over 40 years to providing compassionate, high-quality vision care to residents in senior living and long-term care communities. We are seeking mission-driven Optometrists to join our growing team, combining professional excellence with flexibility, autonomy, and a deeply rewarding purpose.

Why Join Us?

As a physician with Ovitsky Vision Care, you’ll play a vital role in bridging healthcare gaps for an underserved population. You’ll enjoy:

Competitive Compensation & Incentives

Base salary: $175,000+ annually
Bonus opportunities to exceed $250,000/year
Additional $1,000 monthly travel allowance for work in Central/Southern Illinois
Work-Life Balance Built In

No weekends Monday to Friday only
Shorter workdays: Comprehensive Benefits Package
Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance
Life Insurance, Short-term & Long-term Disability
Retirement plan options
State-of-the-Art Tools & Support
Latest portable optical equipment including OCT
Dedicated personal medical assistant to support your care delivery

About the Role
In this mobile optometry position, you’ll provide essential eye care services directly onsite at senior living facilities throughout Chicagoland (3 weeks/month) and travel 1 week/month to Central or Southern Illinois (with covered expenses and stipend).

Key responsibilities include:
Comprehensive eye exams for aging adults
Refracting, diagnosing, and managing ocular disease
Collaborating with facility teams to ensure continuity of care
Maintaining a friendly, respectful, and professional presence in each setting
You’ll be part of a collaborative team of physicians who consistently report professional fulfillment, financial rewards, and meaningful connections through their work.

About Ovitsky Vision Care
Founded in 1983 by Dr. Charles S. Ovitsky, we were built on the belief that long-term care residents deserve compassionate, high-quality eye care delivered with dignity and respect. We continue to honor that mission by bringing expertise and heart-centered care directly to the communities we serve.
Our values of compassion, respect, integrity, and excellence guide every patient interaction and every team members experience.

Ideal Candidate Profile
We are seeking Optometrists who are:
Passionate about serving older adults and underserved populations
Experienced in refracting, diagnosing, and managing ocular pathologies
Adaptable, collaborative, and comfortable working independently
Licensed (or eligible) to practice in Illinois
Prior experience in long-term care or geriatrics is a plus, but not required.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re looking for a practice where you can combine clinical excellence, flexibility, and purpose, we'd love to connect with you.
Apply today at [e-mail] or email your CV to [e-mail]