Optometrist OD - Austin, TX

LasikPlus (LCA-Vision Inc.); Austin (TX); On-site; USD 130,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Lucrative incentive plans

Up to $1500 CE Credit

Paid CE Days

401k with a match

Comprehensive medical benefits

Relocation assistance

Job summary

LasikPlus (LCA-Vision Inc.) in Austin, TX is looking for an Optometrist Leader to provide high-quality refractive surgical care, mentor staff, and ensure compliance with clinical standards. The position offers a starting base salary of $130K - $140K, CE credits, and paid time off.

Qualified candidates will have an OD degree and an active optometry license. A supportive clinical environment is provided, fostering teamwork and patient-centered care.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Active and unrestricted optometry license in applicable state(s).
• Experience in refractive surgery or co-management preferred.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive preoperative and postoperative eye examinations.
• Evaluate patient candidacy and monitor postoperative outcomes.
• Mentor and support optometrists and clinical staff.
• Assist with administrative support including scheduling.
• Support quality improvement initiatives.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Attention to detail

Patient-centered care

Mentoring and coaching

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree

Active optometry license

Job description

We are Growing! Join us at LasikPlus, LVI & TLC! Optometry leaders, are you looking for an exciting and rewarding career opportunity at a second-generation family-owned business working alongside world‑class ophthalmologists with a leading provider of laser vision correction in the United States?

Join LCA Vision Inc./Kismet [dba LasikPlus, LVI & TLC] – and help us transform the lives of our patients!

We are looking for an Optometrist Leader to join our Austin, TX vision center(s). We offer a competitive salary (starting base of $130K - $140K DOE), lucrative incentive plan(s), up to $1500 CE Credit & paid CE Days, PTO, paid holidays, a 401k with a match, comprehensive medical benefits, a more medical mode of practice.

Relocation assistance is provided for those that qualify.

Optometrist – LASIK Services

This position plays a key role in delivering high‑quality refractive surgical care by supporting patients throughout the preoperative and postoperative process. This position partners closely with surgeons, clinical staff, and leadership to ensure excellent clinical outcomes, strong team performance, and an outstanding patient experience. In addition to providing comprehensive eye care, the optometrist will contribute to optometric mentorship, training, chart review, and selected administrative and leadership responsibilities.

Essential Duties And Responsibilities

Clinical Care

• Perform comprehensive preoperative and postoperative eye examinations for LASIK and other refractive surgery patients.
• Evaluate patient candidacy, monitor postoperative outcomes, and manage routine postoperative care in collaboration with surgeons.
• Review and document patient charts to ensure accuracy, completeness, and compliance with clinical protocols and regulatory standards.
• Provide clinical guidance to ensure best practices and consistent standards of care across the vision center(s).

Optometric Mentorship and Training

• Mentor and support optometrists and clinical staff through coaching, education, and professional development.
• Assist with onboarding and ongoing training of optometric team members.
• Promote clinical excellence, continuous learning, and adherence to established clinical protocols.

Administrative and Leadership Support

• Assist with administrative support related to team schedules, workflow coordination, and coverage planning.
• Participate in team performance reviews, including coaching, feedback, and development planning.
• Support initiatives focused on quality improvement, efficiency, and patient satisfaction.
• Collaborate with leadership to help maintain a positive, high‑performing team culture.

Scheduling, Availability, and Coverage

• Be reasonably available to work flexible hours as established for the vision center(s).
• Work within the hours of operation of the vision center(s), which include some evening and Saturday hours to accommodate patient needs.
• Acknowledge that hours of operation may be periodically adjusted based on patient demand and business needs.
• From time to time, provide on‑call coverage for the vision center(s) to ensure the highest quality of patient care.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Active and unrestricted optometry license in applicable state(s).

Experience In Refractive Surgery Or Co‑management Preferred

• Strong clinical judgment, attention to detail, and commitment to patient‑centered care.
• Demonstrated ability to mentor, coach, and collaborate effectively with clinical teams.
• Strong organizational, communication, and administrative skills.
• Ability to adapt to a dynamic clinical environment with flexible scheduling needs.

Work Environment

Clinical setting within one or more LCA vision centers. Fast‑paced, patient‑focused environment with close collaboration among surgeons, optometrists, and clinical staff.

Please email [e-mail] or call 513-436-4877 if you are interested in hearing more!

LCA Vision Inc./Kismet [dba LasikPlus, LVI & TLC] is an equal opportunity employer. This job description is merely a summary and in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the applicant. Requirements represent minimum levels of knowledge, skills, and abilities. This document does not create an employment relationship or employment contract, whether express or implied.