Medical Optometrist - MEDICAL CENTER AREA

OptometristFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

  • Job Location: Gramercy - HOUSTON, TX 77025
  • Position Type: Full-Time/Part-Time
  • Travel Percentage: None
  • Job Category: Health CareLOCATION: 2855 Gramercy St

Houston, TX 77025 The Optometrist will work in a medical setting primarily responsible for increasing the care of our patients. This position may assist with pre-op and post-operative care. Optometrists perform eye exams and provide superior vision care to our patients.

Exam patients having a full range of visual programs using a full field of optometry instruments and techniques Determines visual requirements for patients by prescribing corrective lenses, low vision aids, etc. Diagnoses visual diseases, disorders, and deficiencies by prescribing treating in accordance with state laws.

Builds strong doctor-patient relationships Handles eye health emergencies Maintains updated and accurate medical records of all patients We Proudly Offer: Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOC Holidays & Paid Time Off Bereavement Leave Superior Benefits Package: Medical Dental 401(K) Free Life Insurance & LTD Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts Equal Opportunity Employer M/F/H/V Qualifications State Optometrist Licensure Board Certification Experienced Optometrist preferred In-depth understanding of eye conditions and vision defects Proven ability to explain and discuss medical terms simply and calmly

Key Responsibilities

The optometrist will perform comprehensive eye exams, diagnose visual disorders, and prescribe corrective treatments in a medical setting. They will also assist with pre-operative and post-operative care while maintaining accurate patient medical records.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a state optometrist licensure and board certification. Experience in the field is preferred, along with a strong ability to explain medical terms to patients.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
2+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification (preferred)

Key Skills

Pre-operative careDiagnosing visual diseasesPatient relationship managementMedical record maintenanceEmergency eye health care

Optometry Career Context

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.

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Salary Distribution25 jobs · 14 employers

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<$155k
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$155k-175k
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$215k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks22 jobs · 14 employers

401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
73% this job
Sign-on bonus
59%
Loan repayment
32%
Relocation assistance
9%

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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 1,903 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Houston Eye Associates

Medical Practices
Houston, Texas
201-500 employees

Benefits & Perks

Continuing Education including JCAHPO & ABOC
Holidays & Paid Time Off
Bereavement Leave
Medical, Dental, 401(K)
Free Life Insurance & LTD
Eye Care Benefits & Optical Discounts

Living in Houston

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$245k
Typical market rent
$1,542/mo
Residents’ average commute
27 min
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

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

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