Optometrist – $30k Bonus

US Navy; United States; On-site; USD 117,000 - 161,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Sign-On Bonus

30 Days PTO

Maternity Leave 12 weeks

Housing on-base or housing allowance

GI Bill – 36 months tuition + housing

Comprehensive benefits

Overseas assignments

Job summary

The US Navy is seeking a qualified Optometrist to provide comprehensive eye care for active-duty service members, retirees, and their families across nationwide facilities. The role emphasizes patient care with no production requirements and focuses on vision readiness for operational forces.

The ideal candidate holds a Doctor of Optometry, an active U.S. license, and meets age requirements; offers include a sign-on bonus, full benefits, housing options, and opportunities for overseas

Qualifications

• OD from an accredited institution.
• Active and unrestricted U.S. Optometry License.
• Between the ages of 21 and 64 (Federal Law: Title 10 U.S. Code section 531 and 532).

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye care services including routine eye exams for active-duty service members, retirees, and families.
• Diagnose and manage ocular conditions and prescribe corrective lenses.
• Ensure vision readiness of operational forces.

Skills

Active U.S. Optometry License

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Job description

Full-Time In-Person | Not Remote | Nationwide

Starting Total Annual Compensation: $117,383 – $160,961

Key Responsibilities

As a Navy Optometrist, you'll provide comprehensive eye care services for active-duty service members, retirees, and their families. Responsibilities include routine eye exams, diagnosing and managing ocular conditions, prescribing corrective lenses, and helping ensure the vision readiness of operational forces.

What You Get

• Up to $30,000 Sign-On Bonus
• Exceptional Benefits – 30 Days PTO, full retirement, and more
• 12 Weeks Paid Maternity Leave
• No Production Requirements – focus 100% on patient care
• Free or Subsidized Housing – on-base or housing allowance
• Forever GI Bill – 36 months full tuition + housing + $1,000 books (for you or your dependents)
• No Billing Headaches – patient care fully covered
• Comprehensive Medical, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance
• Opportunities for overseas assignments, humanitarian missions, and operational support

Potential Practice Locations:

• Overseas opportunities exist

Requirements:

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) from an accredited institution
• Active and unrestricted U.S. Optometry License
• Between the ages of 21 and 64 (Federal Law: Title 10 U.S. Code section 531 and 532)