Optometrist (Primary Eye Care Associates) - Chicago, IL

VSP Vision; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Production bonus

Medical insurance

Malpractice credentialing

Continuing education allowance

Partnership opportunity

Job summary

Primary Eye Care Associates in Chicago, IL seeks an ambitious Optometrist to join a performance-based practice with uncapped earning potential and student loan repayment options. The role emphasizes patient-centered care within a comprehensive clinical team and cutting-edge diagnostic tools.

As Clinical Associate Director, you’ll perform eye health examinations for diverse patients, collaborate with vendors, and contribute to education, outreach, and marketing efforts.

Qualifications

• You’re a passionate and dedicated Doctor of Optometry with a strong commitment to patient care.
• Experience with ocular disease management, retina care, and diverse patient populations is preferred.
• Staying current with optometry advancements and teamwork are valued.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye health and vision examinations for a diverse patient population.
• Collaborate with drug, equipment, and contact lens representatives and participate in education and training.
• Help develop systems to improve patient triage and team efficiency and contribute to outreach and marketing.

Job description

Primary Eye Care Associates in Chicago, Illinois, is seeking an ambitious Optometrist who is excited to grow within a performance-based practice environment and be rewarded for their impact. While the practice offers a competitive base salary and benefits, this opportunity is designed for a motivated provider who wants to be treated like a true partner, contribute to the continued success of the practice, and benefit from uncapped earning potential that can help support both professional goals and personal financial priorities, including student loan repayment.

Why join us?

Established in 1996, Primary Eye Care Associates is a thriving, patient-centered practice dedicated to providing state-of-the-art eye care in a warm and welcoming environment where patients’ needs come first. The practice offers a broad range of advanced clinical services, including scleral lens and keratoconus care, glaucoma and AMD retina management, dry eye treatments, myopia management, neuro lens, vision therapy, low vision care, surgical co-management, and continuing education opportunities for local ODs. With a 5,000-square-foot clinic, five exam lanes, two floors of eyewear gallery space, technician-driven exams, ongoing training, and a daily patient volume of approximately 25 to 30 patients, this is an exciting opportunity to join a growing practice focused on clinical excellence, operational efficiency, faster eyewear turnaround, and expanded access for the community.

What You’ll Do

As a Clinical Associate Director, you’ll provide comprehensive eye health and vision examinations for a diverse patient population while supporting the management and continued growth of the eye care team. You’ll work with advanced technology, including autophoropters, Optos, MPOD testing, digital slit lamp photography, LLLT, LipiFlow, Rinsada, BlephEx, OCT, virtual visual field, virtual Neurolens, axial length measurement, an on-site lab, and virtual frame try-on tools. In this role, you’ll also collaborate with drug, equipment, and contact lens representatives, participate in education and training, help develop systems that improve patient triage and team efficiency, support outreach to local optical and medical clinics, and contribute to social media and marketing efforts. This opportunity offers flexibility, with 20 to 40 hours per week and part-time options available.

Who You Are

You’re a passionate and dedicated Doctor of Optometry with a strong commitment to providing exceptional eye care and improving the vision health of the community. The ideal candidate is confident in the treatment and management of ocular disease, including retina care, and is comfortable caring for a diverse patient population with a wide range of visual needs and age groups. Five years of experience, multilingual abilities, strong computer and social media skills, and public speaking experience are preferred but not required. You’re enthusiastic about staying current with advancements in optometry, developing personalized treatment plans, and working collaboratively with opticians, technicians, and administrative staff to deliver seamless patient care, support a positive team culture, and contribute to the continued growth and success of the practice.

Why You’ll Love Chicago

Living in Chicago offers the perfect blend of big‑city energy, neighborhood charm, and everyday convenience. Known for its stunning architecture, vibrant food scene, lakefront views, and rich arts and culture, Chicago gives residents countless ways to explore, connect, and unwind. From walking or biking along Lake Michigan to enjoying local restaurants, museums, parks, festivals, and professional sports, there’s always something new to experience. With diverse neighborhoods, accessible public transportation, and a welcoming Midwestern spirit, Chicago is an exciting place to build both a career and a life.

You’ll Enjoy a Range Of Benefits, Including

• Production bonus
• Medical insurance
• Malpractice credentialing
• Continuing education allowance
• Partnership opportunity

Minimum Qualifications

• Optometry license in Illinois

VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug‑free workplace and perform pre‑employment substance abuse testing.

Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws.