Optometrist: Cataract & Glaucoma CoManagement (4-Day Week)

Whatcom-Eye-Surgeons; Bellingham (WA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 220,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Salary up to 200k

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Plan

Life Insurance

PTO/Holidays

CE Opportunities

Job summary

Northwest Eye Surgeons is seeking a compassionate optometrist to join our teams in Bellingham, Mount Vernon, and Smokey Point, WA. You will perform medical eye exams, educate patients, and manage pre- and post-operative care in a surgical referral environment focused on cataracts and glaucoma.

You will collaborate with fellowship-trained ophthalmologists, maintain relationships with referring providers, and contribute to high-quality patient outcomes.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) from an accredited program.
• Active Washington State optometry license or eligibility.
• Experience or strong interest in surgical co-management, particularly cataracts and glaucoma.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence.
• Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset, ability to work in a fast-paced environment.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive medical eye exams and advanced diagnostic testing.
• Educate patients on diagnosis, treatment plans, and follow-up care.
• Manage pre- and post-operative care for cataract and glaucoma surgeries.
• Collaborate with top-tier optometrists and ophthalmologists in a patient-centered, MD/OD-integrated model with a focus on cataracts and glaucoma.
• Support referral network and maintain communication with external optometric physicians and community providers.
• Maintain detailed and timely EMR documentation.
• Attend continuing education and training to enhance professional growth and development.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication skills

Teamwork

Clinical excellence

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Job description

Northwest Eye Surgeons is seeking a compassionate optometrist to join our teams in Bellingham, Mount Vernon, and Smokey Point, WA. You will perform medical eye exams, educate patients, and manage pre- and post-operative care in a surgical referral environment focused on cataracts and glaucoma.

You will collaborate with fellowship-trained ophthalmologists, maintain relationships with referring providers, and contribute to high-quality patient outcomes.