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Visionworks
San Antonio, Texas

Optometrist

OptometristFull-Time

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Job Description

Associate Optometrist

The sublease optometrist role is perfect for entrepreneurial doctors who want to own their own practices while Visionworks helps run the business.

Opportunity

Alamo Vision Optometry in San Antonio, TX, is seeking an Optometrist for our practice. To sweeten the deal, we have added a $10,000 Sign-On Bonus! We are seeking an optometrist dedicated to patient care with 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 eye health and vision for life. Candidates must be licensed to practice optometry in Texas.

If relocating, San Antonio is a unique and dynamic city, blending a rich cultural heritage with modern amenities and opportunities.

The diverse influences of Mexican, German, and Spanish Cultures are evident in every aspect of the city, from its vibrant music and arts scene to its delicious cuisine and distinctive architecture.

The Alamo Ranch area has experienced significant growth over the past 15 years, making it a thriving and bustling community with many opportunities for residents and businesses. The area continues to evolve, with a wide range of amenities, shopping, dining, and entertainment options.

About Us

We provide comprehensive optometry services for patients of all ages, specializing in routine eye exams for glasses and contact lenses and medical eye care.

Our commitment is to stay updated with the latest advancements in eye care technology and techniques and continually enhance our skills and knowledge through ongoing education and training.

We are dedicated to creating a welcoming and comfortable environment for our patients while treating them with respect, compassion, and personalized care. Our aim is to help our patients achieve and maintain optimal eye health and vision, exceeding their expectations in every aspect of their eye care.

We are conveniently located inside a Visionworks store, so patients do not have to go far to get the complete, professional eye care they deserve.

What You'll Do

An additional optometrist is needed to continue to grow the practice. We are seeking an optometrist who has the flexibility to manage a busy schedule, as we are open for 6 days a week. The ideal candidate is a self-starter who can handle fast-paced environments and can communicate effectively and efficiently.

We have the latest eye care technology including Maestro II, Blephex, Hansen 9000 VF, Icare Tonometry, and Topcon Autorefractor. We also have volunteer opportunities available with a local charity eye care organization (started in 2012).

Other Benefits of a Visionworks Sublease Practice Include

Base Pay with production bonus

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.

Key Responsibilities

The optometrist will provide comprehensive eye care services, including routine exams and medical eye care, while managing a busy patient schedule. They are expected to utilize advanced diagnostic technology to ensure high-quality vision health for patients of all ages.

Requirements

Candidates must be licensed to practice optometry in the state of Texas. The role requires strong clinical and interpersonal skills to deliver personalized patient care in a fast-paced environment.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Clinical skillsCommunicationContact lens fitting

Optometry Career Context

Visionworks holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 157 active listings.

Of the 50 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 80% have no call, 36% require no weekends.

Optometry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 1.0% vs. the prior quarter (through Sep 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Texas is 97.1 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 57.7% of Texas clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Texas has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states.

Top Optometrist Jobs

30 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution27 jobs · 16 employers

8
<$160k
10
$160k-185k
6
$185k-210k
2
$210k-235k
1
$244k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks24 jobs · 16 employers

401k / retirement match
83%
CME allowance
67%
Sign-on bonus
63% this job
Loan repayment
25%
Relocation assistance
8%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Optometry listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,884 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in San Antonio

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$226k
Typical market rent
$1,386/mo
Residents’ average commute
25 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
94.7
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · San Antonio-New Braunfels, TX metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Visionworks

Retail
San Antonio , TX
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

$10,000 Sign-On Bonus
Base pay with production bonus