Optometrist – Columbus, NE

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 in Columbus, NE. 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 Columbus, Nebraska, the county seat of Platte County and a thriving regional anchor in East-Central Nebraska. Situated at the confluence of the Loup and Platte rivers, Columbus offers an exceptional quality of life with a low cost of living, safe neighborhoods, and a strong, community-driven Midwestern lifestyle. Outdoor recreation abounds with boating, fishing, and camping at nearby Lake Babcock and Lake North, as well as scenic trails along Pawnee Park. With outstanding local public and private schools, a robust local economy, and convenient access to both Omaha and Lincoln via US-30 and US-81, Columbus combines small-city warmth with excellent regional connectivity.

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 Nebraska.
• 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.