Optometrist

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 well-established private optometry practice in Southern Tennessee is seeking a full-time Optometrist to join its team. With a 75-year history of serving the community, this opportunity is ideal for a professional who values long-term patient relationships, clinical excellence, and working within a stable, respected organization.

Location

This opportunity is based in Southern Tennessee, serving a mix of growing suburban and close-knit rural communities. The region offers a relaxed pace of life, affordable living, and strong community connections, with convenient access to larger metro areas such as Nashville and Chattanooga.

Southern Tennessee is known for its scenic landscapes, outdoor recreation, and family-friendly communities — making it an excellent place to build both a career and a lifestyle.

Organization Overview

This thriving private optometry practice has proudly served Southern Tennessee for 75 years, building deep roots within the community and a reputation for trusted, high-quality eye care across generations of patients.

The practice combines long-standing community relationships with modern diagnostic technology and progressive clinical care. Providers are supported by a well-trained, experienced staff and leadership that prioritizes patient outcomes, operational excellence, and team well-being.

This is a stable, high-volume practice with strong patient loyalty and consistent growth.

What Youll Be Working On

• Providing comprehensive eye exams and personalized patient care

• Diagnosing and managing ocular conditions, including glaucoma, cataracts, and retinal disease

• Fitting and managing specialty contact lenses

• Managing dry eye conditions and advanced treatment options

• Utilizing modern diagnostic equipment and technology

• Collaborating with trained staff to ensure efficient, high-quality patient experiences

• Contributing to a positive, professional, and patient-focused practice culture

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry school

• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Optometrist in Tennessee

• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills

• Commitment to high-quality, ethical, patient-centered care

• Ability to work collaboratively within a team environment

• Comfort working with modern technology and clinical tools

Whats In It For You

• Competitive compensation with performance-based incentives

• Excellent work-life balance

• Full Benefits 

• Supportive, well-trained staff and state-of-the-art equipment

• Opportunity to join a respected, multi-generational community practice