Optometrist - Western IL Region

Hëda; Machesney Park (IL); On-site; USD 145,000 - 155,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Production bonuses

New graduate incentives

Benefits package

CE reimbursement

Malpractice insurance

Billing & credentialing support

Job summary

Hëda is seeking a Doctor of Optometry to join a busy primary care practice serving the Western Illinois region. The role offers full-scope optometry with support from a skilled staff and state-of-the-art equipment, letting you focus on clinical excellence while the team handles administrative tasks.

Qualified candidates will hold a Doctor of Optometry, be licensed or eligible in Illinois, and bring strong clinical and interpersonal skills in a high-volume setting.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry school.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Optometrist in Illinois.
• Strong clinical skills and a passion for practicing full-scope optometry.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with an experienced support staff.
• Ability to thrive in a busy, primary care-focused environment.

Responsibilities

• Providing full-scope optometric services in a high-volume primary care setting.
• Utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to deliver high-quality patient outcomes.
• Focusing on clinical care while utilizing provided patient prescreening and technical support.
• Collaborating with a dedicated administrative team that manages billing, credentialing, and marketing.
• Contributing to a practice culture that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and professional autonomy.

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Job description

Optometrist – Western Illinois Region

Position Overview

Are you looking for a role where you can do meaningful work, grow professionally, and enjoy a healthy work-life balance? Do you value patient-centered care, modern technology, and a collaborative team environment?

This busy primary care practice group is in search of a full-time Doctor of Optometry to join their team serving the Western Illinois region. This unique opportunity provides the professional freedom to practice full-scope optometry while being supported by an experienced staff and state-of-the-art equipment. This role is designed for a clinician who wants to focus on exemplary patient care while the practice handles the administrative and operational complexities.

Location

This opportunity is based in the Western Illinois region, encompassing established, welcoming communities along the scenic Mississippi and Illinois River valleys. The region offers an exceptional quality of life with an affordable cost of living, safe neighborhoods, and outstanding local schools. Residents enjoy rich historic architecture, vibrant downtown districts, expansive riverfront parks, and abundant outdoor recreation including boating, fishing, and hiking, all while benefiting from regional connectivity to the Quad Cities, Peoria, and St. Louis metropolitan areas.

Organization Overview

Our practice group is a leader in primary care, committed to a model that prioritizes the doctor-patient relationship. By providing comprehensive ancillary business support—including billing, marketing, and credentialing—we ensure that our providers can dedicate their full attention to clinical excellence.

The practice environment is energetic and collaborative, featuring modern diagnostic technology and a fully trained technical support team. Whether you are an experienced provider or a new graduate, you will find a supportive infrastructure designed to help you thrive and grow professionally.

What You'll Be Working On

• Providing full-scope optometric services in a high-volume primary care setting.
• Utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to deliver high-quality patient outcomes.
• Focusing on clinical care while utilizing provided patient prescreening and technical support.
• Collaborating with a dedicated administrative team that manages billing, credentialing, and marketing.
• Contributing to a practice culture that values clinical excellence, teamwork, and professional autonomy.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry school.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Optometrist in Illinois.
• Strong clinical skills and a passion for practicing full-scope optometry.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with an experienced support staff.
• Ability to thrive in a busy, primary care-focused environment.

What's In It For You

• Competitive Compensation: $145,000 – $155,000 base salary.
• Performance Incentives: Production bonuses and additional incentive programs.
• New Graduate Support: Specific incentives tailored for new graduates to jumpstart their careers.
• Financial Benefits: Student incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional Growth: CE (Continuing Education) reimbursement and malpractice insurance provided.
• Operational Ease: All business operations (billing, marketing, credentialing) handled for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.