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Seattle, Washington

Optometrist (Seattle Vision Clinic) - Seattle, WA

OptometristNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$140k-$150k

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Job Description

Seattle Vision Clinic in Seattle, Washington is seeking a full-scope Associate Optometrist to join its established, community-focused practice. This opportunity is open to new graduates and offers the chance to provide comprehensive eye care in a supportive environment where doctors can build meaningful patient relationships, manage a variety of ocular health needs, and continue developing their clinical expertise.

Why Join Us?

Founded in 1945 and located in the heart of Seattle’s Chinatown, Seattle Vision Clinic has proudly provided exceptional, full-scope eye care for generations of families in the community.

This established practice is known for its advanced medical management of eye disease, dry eye treatment, and specialty contact lens care, while continuing to grow through modern innovation and expanded services.

With a close-knit team of nine employees, the practice offers an inviting environment where doctors can build lasting patient relationships, manage complex ocular conditions, and help shape the future of care through opportunities such as lid surgery, continued disease management, and expanded myopia management.

What You'll Do

As an Associate Optometrist, you’ll provide full-scope care that goes beyond routine primary eye exams, serving as a healthcare detective who delivers individualized solutions for each patient.

You’ll see 10 to 20 patients per day while conducting comprehensive eye exams, fitting contact lenses, and managing complex ocular conditions such as glaucoma and dry eye.

The role also offers the opportunity to use modern diagnostic technology, including OCT and digital retinal imaging, while maintaining efficient and accurate charting in electronic health record systems.

In addition to strong clinical expertise, success in this role requires a patient-first mindset, clear communication, and the ability to translate clinical findings into reassuring, easy-to-understand recommendations.

You’ll work closely with office staff, opticians, and fellow doctors to support a collaborative environment and deliver high-quality care without sacrificing the patient experience.

Who You Are

You're a passionate and dedicated individual with a deep commitment to providing exceptional eye care and improving the vision health of the community. You're highly skilled and capable of confidently handling a diverse range of patients with varying visual needs and age groups.

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about staying up to date on the latest advancements in optometry and personalized treatment plans, thereby supporting the practice's growth and reputation as a leader in the community.

You thrive in a collaborative setting, working alongside a team of talented professionals to ensure seamless patient care and contribute to a positive work culture.

A strong commitment to continuous learning and a genuine passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others are essential qualities as you will play a vital role in the continued success and expansion of the business.

Why You'll Love Seattle

Living in Seattle offers the perfect blend of vibrant city life, natural beauty, and community connection.

Surrounded by the Puget Sound, Lake Washington, and the Cascade and Olympic Mountains, Seattle provides endless opportunities to enjoy the outdoors, from waterfront walks and neighborhood parks to hiking, boating, and weekend getaways.

The city is known for its diverse neighborhoods, thriving arts and music scene, world-class dining, and strong sense of innovation, making it an exciting place to grow both personally and professionally.

With its rich cultural history, access to excellent amenities, and iconic Pacific Northwest charm, Seattle offers a dynamic and fulfilling lifestyle for those who want the energy of a major city with nature always close by.

You’ll Enjoy a Range of Benefits, Including

  • Competitive salary between $140,000 - $150,000, depending on experience
  • 401k
  • Medical insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Malpractice insurance
  • Possible partnership

Minimum Qualifications

Optometry license in Washington

Special Notice

This is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies. VSP Vision is helping PECAA Max Members recruit qualified applicants for their private practices. VSP Vision is not acting as a job placement agency or staffing firm. Applicants are not guaranteed a job interview or job offer.

The hiring decision and acceptance of this position is solely between the hiring practice and the applicant. The above information in this description was provided by the hiring practice. It has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this role.

It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees hired in this role.

VSP Vision OD Recruitment Support

VSP Network Practices who are PECAA Max members in good standing benefit from access to dedicated VSP Vision recruiters to help them find qualified Optometrists. VSP Vision is not an employment agency and does not guarantee the placement of any practice professionals.

The practice shall have sole responsibility for all decisions in the hiring process including interviewing and hiring of practice professionals.

VSP Network Practices also benefit from access to other hiring related resources, including free job listings on the VSP Vision Optometry Career Site, which is linked to over 300 career sites.

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.

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Key Responsibilities

The Associate Optometrist will provide full-scope eye care, including comprehensive exams, contact lens fittings, and the management of complex ocular conditions. They will work collaboratively with the clinic team to deliver individualized patient solutions while utilizing modern diagnostic technology.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active Optometry license in the state of Washington. The role is open to new graduates who possess strong clinical expertise and a patient-first communication style.

Key Skills

Glaucoma managementContact lens fittingElectronic health records

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Optometrist (Seattle Vision Clinic) - Seattle, WA at VSP Vision a 6.4 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Optometry — ranked against 2,038 active Optometry listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no weekend requirements.

Optometry Career Context

VSP Vision holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 70/100, 83 active listings.

Of the 40 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 60% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

Optometry by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.4 / 10 · above average in optometryranked against 2,038 Optometry listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$140k–$150kOptometry median $165k (middle half $147k–$198k)10 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$136k in purchasing powerWashington index 107.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Optometry listings in Washington50 active2,037 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 60% no call · 50% no weekends40 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 21% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 7% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Optometry listings634 in the last 30 days403 the 30 days before (+57%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Optometry pay trend+3.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
VSP Visionsilver tier, 70/100Top Employers work-life index83 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (2,038 Optometry listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$145k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$10k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Optometrist Jobs

27 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

27 jobs · 11 employers
4
<$165k
12
$165k-180k
6
$180k-195k
4
$195k-210k
1
$222k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

23 jobs · 11 employers
401k / retirement match
96% this job
Sign-on bonus
70%
CME allowance
61%
Loan repayment
48%
Relocation assistance
4%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#2

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Vision To Learn · Prince George's County, Maryland

$100/hr
#3

Optometrist

$85-$95/hr
#4

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+ 25 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 6.4
Better work-life than 70% of Optometry listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,038 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Seattle

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$869k≈ 6.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$2,227/mo≈ 19% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
26 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
111.1
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Sep 2026), Zillow market rents (Sep 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Seattle-Tacoma-Bellevue, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.