Part Time Optometrist

Family Eye Physicians; Schaumburg (IL); On-site; USD 75,000 - 100,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Health benefits

Job summary

Family Eye Physicians in Schaumburg, IL is seeking a dedicated Optometrist for a Saturday-only schedule (9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.). You will deliver comprehensive primary eye care, diagnose eye diseases, and manage refractive needs with a supportive team of optical professionals.

The role emphasizes patient experience, quality of care, and collaboration with technicians, opticians, contact lens staff, and front-office personnel. Illinois licensure or eligibility is required.

Qualifications

• OD degree from an accredited school of optometry.
• State license in Illinois or eligibility to practice is required or pending for new graduates.

Responsibilities

• Examines eyes using instruments and pharmaceuticals to diagnose diseases and abnormalities.
• Prescribes medications to treat eye diseases and analyzes test results to develop treatment plans.
• Prescribes therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision.
• Provides pre- and post-operative care for eye surgeries (e.g., cataract, laser procedures).
• Interprets diagnostic tests and explains results to patients.

Skills

Infection control

Pharmacology knowledge

Education programs

Patient communication

Team collaboration

Clinical assessment

Age-diverse care

Computer literacy

Documentation

Verbal/written communication

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Illinois license or eligible

Job description

Schedule: Saturday Only | 9:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.

About Us:

Our Practice is looking for a dedicated Optometrist with strong diagnostic skills and a passion for delivering a great patient experience. Our Optometrists are comprehensive primary eye care specialists. They see patients with a wide variety of pathology and refractive needs.

We remove the complexities of practice management with a support team of trained optical professionals including optometric technicians, opticians, contact lens technicians, receptionists, and management staff.

We value and respect the unique and individual differences that everyone brings. We embrace all differences in matters of diversity, equity, and inclusion to create a place where people want to come, stay, and do their best work.

What You’ll Love About working with Us:

• Work that Stays at Work: no practice management responsibilities to take home
• Rest and Relaxation: paid time off, paid holidays, and no on-call or late evening hours
• Financial Benefits: competitive salary, bonus potential, and professional liability coverage.
• Health Benefits: medical, dental, wellness program and more

Let’s face it Paper charts are the easiest for you and we encourage it if wanted.

Responsibilities

Examines eyes, using observation, instruments and pharmaceuticals, to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities.

Prescribes medications to treat eye diseases, removes foreign bodies from the eye, and analyzes test results and develops appropriate treatment plans.

Prescribes therapeutic procedures to correct or conserve vision

Provides patients undergoing eye surgeries, such as cataract and laser vision correction, with pre- and post-operative care.

Interprets diagnostic tests ordered and explains results to patients.

Skills/Abilities

Experience with maintaining quality, safety, and/or infection control standards.

Knowledge of relevant drugs and non-pharmaceutical patient care aids and ability to prescribe dosages and instruct patients in correct usage.

Ability to develop and present educational programs and/or workshops.

Knowledge of current principles, methods and procedures for the delivery of medical evaluation, diagnosis and treatment in area of expertise.

Ability to work both independently and in a team environment.

Demonstrated ability to work with patients of all ages.

Strong organization with attention to detail.

Demonstrated computer literacy.

Knowledge of related accreditation and certification requirements.

Ability to observe, assess, and record symptoms, reactions, and progress.

Effective verbal and written communication skills.

Preferred Qualifications

Doctor of Optometry Degree (OD) from an Accredited School of Optometry

State Licensed or will be licensed to practice Optometry (New Graduates) in the State of Illinois