Optometrist
Listed compensation
$124k-$200k
The week · per this posting4-day week
Ask the employer about the work setting, call expectations, weekend coverage and time off.
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
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.
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