Optometrist
Listed compensation
$111k-$182k
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
Job Description
Chief Clinical Optometrist – Bellevue, WA
Blue Wave Eye Doctors / Visionworks Doctors of Optometry
Opportunity: We’re seeking an experienced and state-licensed Optometrist who wants to focus on the future by leading and coaching quality of care and the patient experience in our existing market — Seattle, WA. We’re looking for a Doctor of Optometry who believes in the power of eyecare within the healthcare system.
This expert OD is tech-savvy, and people-focused, leading the way by helping us lead the industry in comprehensive eye care. The Chief Clinical Optometrist will lead the practice while helping develop other ODs into leaders.
There are many opportunities for career growth within the company including practice ownership with Visionworks and VSP Vision.
This opportunity is in Seattle, WA and opened in 2023. If you’re relocating, Seattle is an amazing place to live! This is also a unique opportunity to be mentored by one of the most well-known optometric leaders in the industry—Dr. Taylor Tedder,
About Us
Visionworks Doctors of Optometry enjoy the benefits of being a Doctor without the hassle of running a business. Visionworks handles all insurance billing, credentialing, staff hiring & training, and administrative work.
Our primary care practices believe in providing comprehensive eye care for patients, including routine exams, contact lens evaluations, and medical treatment for eye diseases.
All offices include state-of-the-art equipment, including Optos California, Topcon Digital phoropters, Eyefinity EMR (on an iPad) and Henson 9000 Virtual Field Analyzer. OD techs will help work up patients and provide Contact Lens teaching.
Visionworks is a leading national eye care company sitting on the corner of healthcare and retail. Our Optometrists enjoy the benefits of being their own boss without the complexities of managing a practice. We provide our PC doctors with an excellent support system to help manage a successful practice while you can focus on patient care.
We offer excellent compensation and an unbeatable comprehensive benefits package for our Part-Time and Full-Time positions that include:
- BlueCross BlueShield Health Insurance/Prescription Drug Plans
- Dental Plan
- Basic Life Insurance
- Basic Accidental Death & Dismemberment Insurance (AD&D)
- Optional Employee Life Insurance
- Company Paid Long-Term Disability Insurance (Full Time)
- Voluntary Short-Term Disability Insurance (Full Time)
- 401(k) Retirement Plan
- Vacation
- Holidays
- Personal Days
- Continuing Education
- O.D. Malpractice Insurance
What You'll Do
As part of Visionworks “#Oneteam”, you'll practice full-time (or part-time) providing comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages, and visual and medical conditions. You'll perform patient examinations, recommend vision-enhancing solutions based on prescription findings, handle eye emergencies, and collaborate with staff members to help deliver our commitment to improving access to healthcare.
Who We're Seeking: Optometrists with an entrepreneurial spirit dedicated to patent care who strongly desire to help grow the business long-term. Candidates should have excellent clinical and people skills. Must be committed to providing patients with the highest level of care and a wide range of services to ensure optimal eye health and vision for a lifetime.
- Justin Gibson
- 727.296.5870 justin.gibson@vsp.com
VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Special Note About This Opportunity
This career opportunity is with an independently operated practice or affiliated business entity. While VSP Vision and its affiliated companies may assist with recruiting and candidate outreach, the hiring decision, employment relationship, and terms of employment are solely between the employer of record and the applicant.
The above information in this description was provided by the hiring organization and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this role.
For roles that are remote (i. e., Work From Home (WFH)) or hybrid (i. e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFM), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment.
Compensation range for the roles is listed above. Applicable salary rangers may differ across markets. Actual pay will be determined based on experience and other job-related factors permitted by law. As a part of the compensation package, this role may include eligible bonuses, equity, and commissions.
VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws.
Key Responsibilities
The Chief Clinical Optometrist will lead the practice, provide comprehensive eye care, and mentor other optometrists to foster professional growth. They will perform patient examinations, manage eye emergencies, and collaborate with staff to ensure high-quality patient experiences.
Requirements
Candidates must be state-licensed Optometrists with strong clinical and leadership skills. An entrepreneurial spirit and a commitment to providing high-level patient care are essential for this role.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 5+ years of experience
Key Skills
Optometry Career Context
Visionworks holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 180 active listings.
Of the 40 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% have no call, 50% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 4.5 / 10 · above average in optometry | ranked against 2,038 Optometry listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $111k–$182k | Optometry median $165k (middle half $156k–$169k)12 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$137k in purchasing power | Washington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Optometry listings in Washington | 50 active | 2,037 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 60% no call · 50% no weekends40 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 7% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Optometry listings | 633 in the last 30 days | 404 the 30 days before (+57%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Optometry pay trend | +3.8% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
| Visionworks | silver tier, 71/100 | Top Employers work-life index180 active listings |
Location & Logistics
Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$147k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$10k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.
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