Optometrist
Listed compensation
$64.9-$84.13/hr
The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed
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Job Description
GA Doctors of Optometry
- Our optometrists help make quality eye care accessible and affordable, changing the lives of their patients each year.
- Dunwoody, GA - Full-Time/Part-Time
- Pay range: $64.90 to $84.13 an hour *
*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 incentives, bonuses and/or commissions dependent on the role.
Opportunity
If you are an outstanding Optometrist, whose primary goal is to provide excellent patient care, we are interested in talking to you! Visionworks is seeking an ambitious and passionate Optometrist who would love a fresh start with a fast-growing company dedicated to helping patients see great, feel great, and look great. Whether you're a seasoned professional or a recent graduate, this opportunity can take your career to the next level.
Why Us?
GA Doctors of Optometry was started in August of 2021 in Atlanta, GA. We are a doctor-owned, patient-centric practice that provides convenient, caring, and personalized eyecare to communities across the state of Georgia. As an employee of The Practice, you can enjoy the benefits of practicing without the hassle of running the business. We handle all of the insurance filing, credentialing, staff hiring, and training, without on-call or after-hours work.
At GA Doctors of Optometry, you’ll have access to advanced diagnostic technology, including optical coherence tomography, visual fields, retinal camera, auto-refractor, and electronic health records to manage patient care seamlessly. OD Technicians or Clinical Specialists will be there to work up patients and provide contact lens care and fittings. Visionworks does everything to ensure our Doctors have a fulfilling career and work-life balance.
- We offer excellent compensation and a comprehensive benefits package:
- Competitive base pay
- 401(k) with company match
- Medical insurance
- Vision insurance & Dental
- Continuing education stipend
- And many other perks
What You'll Do
As part of GA Doctors of Optometry, you'll provide comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages, visual and medical conditions. You'll perform patient examinations, recommend vision-enhancing solutions based on prescription findings, handle eye emergencies, and collaborate with staff members to help deliver our commitment to improving access to healthcare.
We're Seeking
Optometrists with an entrepreneurial spirit dedicated to patient care who strongly desire to help grow the business long-term. Candidates should have excellent clinical and people skills. Must be committed to providing patients with the highest level of care and a wide range of services to ensure optimal eye health and vision for a lifetime.
If interested in joining a terrific team, I warmly invite you to apply
Thank you for your time,
Cassandra Blackwell
OD Recruiter cassandra.blackwell@vsp.com
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.
Special Note About This Opportunity
This career opportunity is with an independently operated practice or affiliated business entity. While VSP Vision and its affiliated companies may assist with recruiting and candidate outreach, the hiring decision, employment relationship, and terms of employment are solely between the employer of record and the applicant.
The above information in this description was provided by the hiring organization and is intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed. It is not intended to be a comprehensive list of all duties, responsibilities, or qualifications associated with this role.
For roles that are remote (i. e., Work From Home (WFH)) or hybrid (i. e., partial onsite at a VSP location and WFM), must demonstrate a high level of engagement in virtual environments, including maintaining camera presence during meetings to support effective communication and team alignment.
Compensation range for the roles is listed above. Applicable salary rangers 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, equity, 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.
Key Responsibilities
Provide comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages and with varied visual and medical conditions, including examinations, vision recommendations, and emergency eye care. Collaborate with staff to improve access to healthcare and deliver high-quality patient care.
Requirements
Candidates should be optometrists with strong clinical and interpersonal skills and a commitment to providing a high standard of patient care. The employer seeks an entrepreneurial mindset and an interest in helping grow the practice over the long term.
Qualifications
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Work-Life Balance Analysis
WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Optometrist at Visionworks a 9.3 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as exceptional. This places the position in the top 5% in Optometry — ranked against 1,955 active Optometry listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties, no weekend requirements.
Optometry Career Context
Visionworks holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 172 active listings.
Of the 43 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 77% have no call, 47% require no weekends.
| Measure | This job | Market |
|---|---|---|
| Work-life score | 9.3 / 10 · top 5% in optometry | ranked against 1,955 Optometry listingslisting-based score, 0–10 |
| Listed pay | $135k–$175k | Optometry median $163k (middle half $150k–$172k)126 comparable listings, Oct 2026 |
| Cost-of-living adjusted pay | ~$161k in purchasing power | Georgia index 96.3 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) |
| Optometry listings in Georgia | 68 active | 1,990 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026 |
| Work setting | on-site | peers: 77% no call · 47% no weekends43 benchmarked listings |
| Optometry pay trend | +1.0% vs prior quarter | —through Sep 2026 |
| Visionworks | silver tier, 71/100 | Top Employers work-life index172 active listings |
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