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Sight Partners Physicians
Bellingham, Washington

Optometrist

OptometristFull-Time

Listed compensation

$124k-$200k

The week · per this posting4-day week

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Job Description

Northwest Eye Surgeons is the premier provider of advanced medical and surgical eye care in the Pacific Northwest. With a legacy of excellence in ophthalmology, our team of subspecialty-trained surgeons and optometrists is committed to delivering exceptional outcomes. Our Bellingham, Mount Vernon, and Smokey Point locations serve a diverse and growing patient population with a strong network of referring providers throughout the region.

Position Overview

We are seeking a compassionate and skilled optometrist to join our teams in Bellingham, Mount Vernon, and Smokey Point. This role is ideal for an optometrist who enjoys working in a surgical referral environment, with a focus on pre- and post-operative care for cataract and glaucoma patients.

You will play a key role in patient education, diagnostic evaluations, and co-management with our fellowship-trained ophthalmologists, while helping to maintain and grow relationships with referring providers in the community.

What We Offer

  • A well-established practice with a respected reputation across the Pacific Northwest
  • Access to state-of-the-art diagnostic and surgical technology
  • A highly skilled support team to streamline patient care and provide high-quality patient outcomes
  • Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth
  • Four day work week schedule — enjoy work-life balance in one of Washington’s most beautiful regions

Key Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive medical eye exams and advanced diagnostic testing
  • Educate patients on diagnosis, treatment plans, and follow-up care
  • Manage pre- and post-operative care for cataract and glaucoma surgeries

Collaborate with top-tier optometrists and ophthalmologists in a patient-centered, MD/OD-integrated model with a focus on cataracts and glaucoma

Support referral network and maintain communication with external optometric physicians and community providers

  • Maintain detailed and timely EMR documentation
  • Attend continuing education and training to enhance professional growth and development

Benefits

  • Salary- Generous production model with potential earnings up to $200,000
  • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
  • Robust Ancillary Benefits
  • 401(k) Plan with employer contribution
  • Company Paid Life Insurance
  • Generous PTO/Holiday

EEO Statement

Requirements

  • Doctor of Optometry (OD) from an accredited program
  • Active Washington State optometry license (or eligibility to obtain)
  • Experience or strong interest in surgical co-management, particularly cataracts and glaucoma
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Commitment to patient-centered care and clinical excellence
  • Team-oriented with a collaborative mindset, ability to work in a fast-paced environment

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Cataract Surgery Co-managementGlaucoma ManagementPre-operative CareInterpersonal SkillsTeam Collaboration

Optometry Career Context

Of the 44 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 75% have no call, 48% require no weekends.

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

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$162k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $152k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$162k midpoint, that is roughly $6k–$11k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

Top Optometrist Jobs

10 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution10 jobs · 9 employers

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<$180k
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$196k
2
$200k
2
$220k-240k

Annual compensation range

Work-Life Balance Distribution10 jobs · 9 employers

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Higher = better work-life balance

#1

Managing Optometrist-West Nyack, NY- LensCrafters

EssilorLuxottica Group · West Nyack, New York

$159k-$222k
#2

Market Managing Optometrist- Westchester and Long Island, NY- LensCrafters brand

Luxottica of America · Scarsdale, New York

$159k–$222k
#3

Optometrist - Venice, FL

From $200k
#4

Optometrist (Dr. Tavel Family Eye Care) - Kokomo, IN

$140k-$200k
+ 8 more · ranked by pay

Work-life snapshot

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

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

Living in Bellingham

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$676k≈ 5.4× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,951/mo≈ 19% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
18 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
103.3
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 · Bellingham, WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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About Sight Partners Physicians

Medical Practices
Arlington, Washington
11-50 employees

Benefits & Perks

Medical Insurance
Dental Insurance
Vision Insurance
401(k) with employer contribution
Company Paid Life Insurance
Generous PTO/Holiday
Continuing Education