Associate Optometrist - Puyallup, Washington
Job Description:
LOCATION: Puyallup, Washington
PRACTICE MODALITY: Private Practice (1-2 Doctors)
SCHEDULE: Part time (3-4 days)
COMPENSATION: $631.00/day with incentives
BENEFITS:
• Retirement Plan (401K or SIMPLE IRA)
• Health Benefits
• PTO
SPECIALTIES:
• Primary Care
• Dry Eyes / Aesthetics
• Ocular Disease
PRACTICE OVERVIEW & DETAILS:
Associate Optometrist (Part-Time: 2–3 Days/Week)
Private Practice with Medical Focus | Near Tacoma & Seattle, WA | Employee Position Only
Join an established, patient-centered private practice serving the Puyallup community for over 30 years. We are seeking a motivated, personable, and clinically driven Associate Optometrist to become part of our collaborative team. This is an excellent opportunity for a doctor who enjoys practicing full-scope optometry with a strong medical emphasis, including dry eye management, glaucoma care, specialty contact lenses, and comprehensive routine exams.
This is an employee position only — no buy-in or partnership track required.
About the Practice
Our privately owned practice is located in a beautifully remodeled office along the Puyallup River, just 20 minutes from Tacoma and approximately one hour south of Seattle. We have built a loyal patient base and strong reputation for exceptional care within the community.
We pride ourselves on providing high-quality, personalized eye care without rushed appointments. Our doctor is supported by an experienced, highly trained team that performs pre-testing and assists with scribing, allowing providers to focus their attention on patient care.
In addition to comprehensive routine eye care, our specialty services include:
· Dry Eye Management & Advanced Therapies
· Glaucoma Management
· Specialty Contact Lens Fittings & Myopia Management
· Co-management with local ophthalmology specialists and surgeons
We maintain excellent referral relationships with providers including Pacific Cataract & Laser Institute and surrounding specialists.
Schedule
· Part-time: 2–3 days per week
· Some Saturdays may be required
· Occasional vacation coverage opportunities available
Responsibilities
· Perform comprehensive eye exams (routine and medical)
· Diagnose and manage ocular disease, including glaucoma and dry eye disease
· Prescribe glasses and contact lenses, including specialty lenses
· Develop and implement treatment plans using advanced dry eye technologies
· Provide post-operative and co-management care
· Educate patients on eye health and treatment options
· Maintain accurate and thorough electronic health records
· Collaborate closely with doctors and team to deliver an outstanding patient experience
Qualifications
· Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited school of Optometry
· Licensed or eligible for licensure in Washington State
· Strong clinical and interpersonal skills
· Interest or experience in medical optometry, dry eye management, and glaucoma care
· Patient-focused, caring, and professional demeanor
· Ability to work well within a cohesive, high-performing team
· Excellent communication skills with patients and staff
· One year of optometric experience preferred
State-of-the-Art Technology
Our clinic is equipped with diagnostic and treatment technology, including:
· Optovue OCT
· ScoutPro Osmolarity Tear Film Analysis
· LipiScan
· iLux, LipiFlow & Zest
· OptiLight IPL
· Optometric Aesthetics LLLT
· Radius XR Visual Field
· Digital Retinal Camera
· Oculus 5M Anterior Segment Camera
· Corneal Topographer
· Autorefractor
What We Offer
· Competitive compensation structure
· Established patient base with strong demand for medical optometry services
· Supportive and positive office culture
· Opportunity to practice full-scope optometry with a medical emphasis
· Modern, upscale facility with advanced technology
· Work-life balance in a beautiful Pacific Northwest community
The Location
Located in Puyallup, our practice offers the perfect blend of community charm and access to the outdoors. The Pacific Northwest provides year-round opportunities for hiking, skiing, mountain biking, kayaking, fishing, and countless cultural and sporting activities throughout the greater Tacoma and Seattle areas.
SOURCING CHANNEL: ODs on Finance (50/50 Direct Placement Split)