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Visionworks
Somerset, Kentucky

Optometrist

Optometrist 9.3 Work-LifeNo callNo weekendsFull-Time

Listed compensation

$60-$93.75/hr

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Job Description

KY Doctors Of Optometry

  • Our optometrists help make quality eye care accessible and affordable, changing the lives of their patients each year.
  • Somerset, KY - Full-Time/Part-Time
  • Pay range: $60.00 to $93.75 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! Ky Doctors Of Optometry 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?

KY Doctors of Optometry is a doctor-owned, patient-centric practice that provides convenient, caring, and personalized eyecare to communities across the state of Kentucky. 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 Kentucky 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. KY Doctors of Optometry 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 other perks

What You'll Do

As part of KY 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

The optometrist will perform comprehensive eye examinations and recommend vision-enhancing solutions for patients of all ages. They will also handle eye emergencies and collaborate with clinical staff to ensure high-quality patient care.

Requirements

Candidates must be licensed optometrists with strong clinical and interpersonal skills. An entrepreneurial spirit and a dedication to long-term patient care and business growth are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure

Key Skills

Contact lens fittingClinical skillsCommunication skillsMedical eye careEmergency eye care

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 1,987 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, 180 active listings.

Of the 50 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 70% have no call, 44% require no weekends.

Optometry by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score9.3 / 10 · top 5% in optometryranked against 1,987 Optometry listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed pay$125k–$195kOptometry median $161k (middle half $149k–$172k)139 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$177k in purchasing powerKentucky index 90.2 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Optometry listings in Kentucky30 active1,994 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 70% no call · 44% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentsign-on bonusUS healthcare professional listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Optometry listings578 in the last 30 days418 the 30 days before (+38%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Optometry pay trend+6.1% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Visionworkssilver tier, 71/100Top Employers work-life index180 active listings
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,987 Optometry listings), Top Employers work-life index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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12 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

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5
<$170k
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1
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Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

11 jobs · 10 employers
401k / retirement match
91% this job
CME allowance
36% this job
Sign-on bonus
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Relocation assistance
9%

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 9.3
Among the best 10% of Optometry listings for work-life

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,987 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • No call
  • No weekends
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About Visionworks

Retail
San Antonio , TX
1,001-5,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Competitive base pay
401(k) with company match
Medical insurance
Vision insurance
Dental insurance
Continuing education stipend
No on-call or after-hours work

Living in Somerset

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$254k
Typical market rent
$1,211/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 4.5%
Sources & methodology

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

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