What are the responsibilities and job description for the Optometrist position at Medical Eye Center?
About the Opportunity
Medical Eye Center is seeking a full-time Optometrist (O.D.) licensed (or eligible for licensure) in the State of Oregon to join our established, thriving, multi-specialty team in Southern Oregon.
Serving the Southern Oregon for over 100 years, Medical Eye Center is the premier provider of advanced vision, medical and surgical eye care in the region. With a legacy of excellence in ophthalmology, our team of subspecialty-trained surgeons and optometrists is committed to delivering exceptional outcomes. We serve a diverse and growing patient population with a strong network of referring providers throughout the region.
This role offers the opportunity to practice full-scope optometry in a medically oriented setting, including primary eye care, ocular disease management, perioperative care, and collaborative treatment planning. We are seeking a confident, growth-minded clinician who values accountability, teamwork, and high standards of patient care.
Who You Are
- Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree from an accredited optometry program
- Active Oregon license (or eligible for licensure) and in good standing
- 3 years of clinical experience preferred (residency training highly valued; new graduates with strong clinical training encouraged to apply)
- Experienced in comprehensive eye exams, refractive care, and contact lens fittings (including specialty lenses preferred)
- Comfortable diagnosing and managing ocular disease, including glaucoma, dry eye disease, diabetic eye disease, and macular degeneration
- Skilled in pre- and post-operative surgical co-management (cataract and refractive surgery experience preferred)
- Proficient in interpreting OCT, visual fields, fundus photography, and other diagnostic imaging
- Committed to evidence-based medicine and high clinical standards
- Demonstrates personal accountability and ownership in both words and actions
- Thrives in a culture of openness, trust, and collaborative teamwork
- Exceptional communicator with strong interpersonal skills and a heart for patient education
Who We Are
- A well-respected, high-volume, multi-specialty ophthalmology practice
- Home to fellowship-trained ophthalmologists and residency-trained optometrists practicing in a collaborative model
- Known for exceptional patient satisfaction and long-term relationships
- Deeply committed to organizational culture rooted in trust, transparency, and accountability
- Invested in our team through continuing education and personal development
- Transparent in operations and inclusive in decision-making
- Proud legacy of implementing innovative techniques and technology in service of exceptional patient care.
Compensation & Benefits
- Competitive compensation: base salary plus production-based incentives
- Estimated annual earnings: $150,000 – $225,000 (dependent on experience, schedule, and production)
- $2,000 CME allowance and 5 paid CME days
- Paid time off and 7 paid holidays
- Paid health and dental insurance for provider and family
- Excellent vision benefits 😊
- 401K profit sharing plan with employer contribution
- Paid life and long-term disability insurance
- Generous discounts on products and services within the Medical Eye Center and Renew Medical Spa
This is an opportunity to practice full-scope, medically oriented optometry at a high level—alongside exceptional surgeons and colleagues—in a culture that values both clinical excellence and human connection.
Salary : $150,000 - $225,000