Optometrist (North Star Vision)
Listed compensation
$145k-$155k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Clinical Practice & Case Management: Provides safe therapeutic care in holistic and systemic way to include the assessment and overall care management of a specified patient population. Exercises independent judgment in the assessment, diagnosis and initiation of medical processes and procedures.
Teamwork: Communicates effectively and works cooperatively with others. Has respect for and understanding of other clinical disciplines. Uses and integrated approach to patient outcomes
Quality/Best Practice: Utilizes standards, guidelines, and protocols for care delivery. Incorporates data and information to continuously improve care and practice to enhance outcomes
Professional Development: Ensures improvements in practice settings by assuming responsibility for self-development in life-long learning. Provides direction and guidance to others regarding practice, serves as a resource, and mentor. Leadership skills demonstrated in decision making and problem solving.
Demonstrates the minimum knowledge, skills and abilities for age specific patient populations.
Requirements
Doctor of Optometry (OD)
State Licensure in Vermont
We take care of our team! Our comprehensive benefits package includes medical, dental, and vision coverage, a 401(k) with company match, generous paid time off, and engaging wellness programs that make it easy and fun to stay healthy. We're committed to supporting your well-being—at work and beyond.
Key Responsibilities
The Optometrist will provide safe, holistic therapeutic care and manage the assessment and diagnosis of patients. They will also collaborate with clinical teams to improve patient outcomes and mentor staff.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Optometrist (North Star Vision) at North Star Health a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the top 25% in Optometry — ranked against 1,901 active Optometry listings on WeekdayDoc.
Optometry Career Context
Of the 42 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 79% have no call, 43% require no weekends.
Optometry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).
The cost-of-living index for Vermont is 98.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$150k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $153k in an average-cost state. 62.3% of Vermont clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
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