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VSP Vision
Rancho Cordova, California

Fill-in Optometrist

OptometristNo weekendsPer Diem

Compensation

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Posted 4mo ago

Job Description

Located in the heart of Manhattan, this Fill-in Optometrist opportunity offers a unique and flexible way to stay engaged in a collaborative, patient-focused clinical environment. This role is designed to provide as-needed coverage for a well-established onsite health center when the primary Optometrist is out of the office for planned absences such as vacations or scheduled time off.

Why join us? As an Optometrist at VSP Onsite Clinics in Manhattan, you'll serve a crucial role in supporting the vision and overall well-being of employees and their families by conducting comprehensive vision exams and collaborating with a team of dedicated professionals to deliver seamless, high-quality care.

With access to advanced technology and top-notch resources, you'll facilitate a smooth connection between patients, eyewear, insurance, and clinical expertise.

This innovative, national medical group redefines healthcare through an integrated model emphasizing prevention and whole-person wellness, combining primary care, eye health, physical medicine, mental health, health coaching, and care navigation.

Rather than a consistent weekly schedule, this position will support approximately 4–6 weeks of coverage annually, typically consisting of consecutive weekday assignments during those planned absences.

This is an excellent opportunity for an Optometrist seeking flexibility without a recurring schedule, while still practicing full-scope primary eye care. Why you'll love the Manhattan area: Located in the heart of New York City, Manhattan offers an unparalleled blend of culture, excitement, and opportunity.

Residents enjoy world-class dining, renowned museums, and iconic entertainment venues, all within easy reach. The city’s diverse neighborhoods each bring their own unique character, from the historic charm of the Upper West Side to the vibrant energy of SoHo and the arts scene in Chelsea.

Central Park and the city’s waterfront promenades provide endless options for outdoor recreation, including walking, biking, and relaxing amidst stunning urban scenery. With convenient public transit, Manhattan connects you to all that New York City has to offer, making it an inspiring and dynamic place to call home.

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.

The compensation range for the role is listed below. Applicable salary ranges 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 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.

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As a regular part of doing business, VSP Vision (“VSP”) collects many different types of personal information, including protected health information, about our audiences, including members, doctors, clients, brokers, business partners, and employees.

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As the only not-for-profit eye health company in the U.S., we offer flexible doctor positions in five different settings, allowing you to build a rewarding career in eye care. Find the perfect fit, enabling you to improve people’s lives through better vision.

With nearly 70 years in the eye health industry, we’re driven by compassion, care, and a shared mission to ensure everyone has access to quality vision care. When you join our global family of nearly 15,000 teammates, you’re stepping into a world where innovation meets impact.

At VSP, we value collaboration, inclusion, and belonging, fostering an environment that’s as supportive as it is inspiring. Let’s work together to create a clearer, brighter future—one person at a time. Follow your heart to VSP! #VisionWithHeart

Key Responsibilities

Provide as-needed coverage for a health center in Manhattan by conducting comprehensive vision exams. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to deliver high-quality eye care and support overall patient wellness.

Requirements

Must be a qualified Optometrist capable of practicing full-scope primary eye care. Ability to provide flexible coverage for approximately 4-6 weeks annually during planned absences.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient CareClinical CollaborationInsurance CoordinationPatient Navigation

Optometry Career Context

VSP Vision holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 72/100, 73 active listings.

Of the 50 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 78% have no call, 50% require no weekends.

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

The cost-of-living index for California is 110.7 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 63.6% of California clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Top contract/1099 Optometrist Jobs

27 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution24 jobs · 14 employers

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5
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1
$230k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 14 employers

401k / retirement match
91%
CME allowance
68%
Sign-on bonus
45%
Loan repayment
23%
Relocation assistance
5%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 5.7
Better work-life than 70% of Optometry listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,901 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No weekends

Living in Rancho Cordova

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$478k
Typical market rent
$2,422/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
106.7
State income tax
Up to 13.3%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Sacramento-Roseville-Folsom, CA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About VSP Vision

Hospitals and Health Care
Rancho Cordova, CA
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Flexible schedule
Access to advanced technology
Collaborative team