Part-Time Optometrist (Grass Valley Eyecare Optometric) - Grass Valley, CA

VSP Vision; Rancho Cordova (CA); On-site; USD 83,000 - 117,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) match

Annual CE allowance

Health insurance

Vacation and sick time accrual

Uniform allowance

Paid time off

Job summary

Grass Valley Eyecare Optometric, Inc. in Grass Valley, CA, seeks a part-time Associate Optometrist to join its team by the end of November 2026. The practice emphasizes full-scope eye care, patient wellness, and community service.

Responsibilities include comprehensive exams, contact lens fittings, and management of ocular conditions such as glaucoma. Advanced equipment supports accurate diagnoses and efficient care delivery.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry degree required.
• California State Board of Optometry license in good standing; TPA and glaucoma certification preferred.
• 1–3 years of clinical practice preferred; strong diagnostic and patient management skills required.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye examinations for patients of all ages and perform contact lens fittings.
• Diagnose, treat and manage ocular conditions such as glaucoma and dry eye.
• Deliver cataract and refractive postoperative care and make appropriate referrals.

Skills

Clinical judgment

Patient management

Leadership

Organizational skills

Education

Doctor of Optometry degree

California Optometry license

Glaucoma certification

Tools

Zeiss Humphrey Visual Field Analyzer

Zeiss Cirrus OCT

Topcon phoropters

iCare tonometer

Job description

Grass Valley Eyecare Optometric, Inc. in Grass Valley, California, is seeking a part‑time Associate Optometrist to join its team by the end of November 2026. This opportunity is open to both new graduates and experienced professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional eye care and making a meaningful difference in the community.

Why join us?

Founded in 2004, Grass Valley Eyecare Optometric, Inc. is a nine-employee, full‑scope family eye care practice, dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight. For more than 20 years, the practice has served the surrounding foothill communities with compassionate, respectful care, comprehensive eye examinations, and a strong focus on prevention and long‑term vision wellness. Its services include glaucoma treatment, dry eye and other ocular disease management, cataract and refractive postoperative care, contact lens fitting and evaluation, and diabetic retinal screenings. Patients also benefit from a wide selection of contact lenses, ophthalmic frames, and sunglasses in styles, brands, and colors suited to a variety of needs.

What you’ll do:

• You will provide comprehensive eye examinations for patients of all ages, perform contact lens fittings and evaluations, and diagnose, treat, and manage ocular conditions such as glaucoma and dry eye.
• You will also deliver cataract and refractive postoperative care, make appropriate referrals to specialists, and exercise sound independent judgment while following established standards of care.
• To support accurate diagnoses and efficient patient care, you will use advanced technology including the Zeiss Humphrey Visual Field Analyzer, Zeiss Cirrus photo OCT, Oculus Topographer, Topcon CV500 and CV500S phoropters, video visual acuity charts, Topcon autorefractor and lensometer, iCare tonometer, and My Vision Express electronic medical records.

Who you are:

• You hold a Doctor of Optometry degree and an active California State Board of Optometry license in good standing, along with TPA and glaucoma certification.
• Ideally, you bring one to three years of clinical practice experience and current knowledge of optometric technology, therapeutic management guidelines, and patient care practices.
• You also demonstrate strong diagnostic, patient management, leadership, and organizational skills, supported by sound business judgment, self‑discipline, and a commitment to exceptional patient service.
• As a trusted member of the eye care team, you exercise discretion and independent judgment in carrying out your responsibilities.

Why you’ll love Grass Valley:

Nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills, Grass Valley offers a welcoming community, a beautifully preserved historic downtown, and a distinctive blend of Gold Rush heritage and modern amenities. Residents enjoy locally owned shops, restaurants, arts and entertainment, year‑round community events, and easy access to the natural beauty of Northern California. With its small‑town character, rich history, and vibrant local culture, Grass Valley is an inviting place to build a rewarding career and enjoy a well‑rounded lifestyle.

Benefits

• 401 (k) 3% match
• Annual continuing education allowance
• Group disability insurance
• Health insurance
• Vacation and sick time accrual
• Uniform allowance
• Paid time off

Minimum Qualifications

• Optometry license in California

Preferred Specialties

• TPA and Glaucoma certification

Special Notice

This is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies.

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.

The above information in this description was provided by the hiring practice. It has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this role. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees hired in this role.