Optometrist
Compensation
Pay not listed
The week · per this posting · Monday – Friday
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Job Description
Job Overview
The position can be part-time or full-time, as little as 1 day per week, or on-call.
Commission optional.
Ownership option available.
Doctor hours begin at 9 am Monday through Friday. The last appointment is scheduled at 5 pm Monday through Thursday and 4 pm on Friday. No weekends!
We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Optometrist to join our healthcare team. As a licensed OD/OD, you will be responsible for providing exceptional eye care to patients of all ages, from children to seniors.
Your expertise in diagnosing and treating various eye conditions will be essential in ensuring the health and well-being of our patients. This is a rewarding opportunity to work with a dynamic and caring team, utilizing your skills in medical terminology, anatomy, and physiology.
Responsibilities
- Conduct comprehensive eye exams, including vision tests, to diagnose and treat a range of eye conditions.
Prescribe and fit contact lenses and glasses, as well as recommend lenses for patients.
- Provide pediatric eye care, including eye exams for children and management of pediatric eye conditions.
- Offer senior care, focusing on the unique eye health needs of older adults.
- Work closely with other medical professionals to ensure seamless care and succession planning.
- Stay up-to-date with the latest advancements in optometry and medical coding.
- Maintain accurate patient records, including vital signs and medical history.
- Educate patients on proper eye care techniques and provide guidance on eye health and hygiene.
- Utilize systems and software to manage patient data, schedule appointments, and perform billing and insurance tasks.
Experience
- A Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree or equivalent from an accredited institution.
- Current license to practice optometry in Minnesota. - Significant experience in pediatric and senior eye care.
- Strong understanding of medical terminology and anatomy.
- Proficiency in medical coding and familiarity with healthcare systems.
- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with the ability to work effectively with patients of all ages.
- Experience with succession planning and a commitment to providing high-quality patient care.
Key Responsibilities
The Optometrist will conduct comprehensive eye exams, diagnose eye conditions, and prescribe corrective lenses for patients of all ages. They will also maintain accurate patient records and collaborate with other medical professionals to ensure high-quality eye care.
Requirements
Candidates must hold a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree and possess a current license to practice in Minnesota. Significant experience in pediatric and senior eye care, along with proficiency in medical coding and healthcare systems, is required.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Optometrist at Pearle Vision - Brooklyn Center a 7.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as very good. This places the position in the top 25% in Optometry — ranked against 1,987 active Optometry listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Optometry Career Context
Of the 50 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% have no call, 38% require no weekends.
Optometry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 6.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 7.1 / 10 · top 25% in optometry | ranked against 1,987 Optometry listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | not listed | Optometry median $184k (middle half $159k–$200k)18 comparable listings, Nov 2026 |
| Cost of living | Minnesota index 98.6 | US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Optometry listings in Minnesota | 72 active | 1,994 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 76% no call · 38% no weekends50 benchmarked listings |
| Sign-on & loan repayment | not stated | US healthcare professional listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026 |
| New Optometry listings | 578 in the last 30 days | 418 the 30 days before (+38%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026 |
| Optometry pay trend | +6.1% vs prior quarter | —through Oct 2026 |
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