Locum Tenens Optometrist Jobs
Across 153 live Locum Tenens Optometrist listings, median advertised pay is $293K (75th percentile $312K), based on the 21 that state a salary; the employers with the most openings are Walmart (55), 360care (26), MedServ Group (20).
153+ positions available
Figures are computed from live listings and reviewed by WeekdayDoc’s physician-led editorial team; data as of October 31, 2026. Posted ranges, not accepted offers. How we compute this
These 21 roles pay ~$293k median with 1.5/10 median work-life balance — use these as your benchmarks.
Independent Optometrist - The Village at Meridian
Warby ParkerEmployer score · SilverMeridian, ID
Independent Optometrist - Lakeside Shopping Center
Warby ParkerEmployer score · SilverMetairie, LA
Optometrist
Ironside Human ResourcesEmployer score · SilverAnchorage, AK
Seeking Friday Optometrist | $1000 per diem | Elk Grove, CA
Comprehensive Mobile CareEmployer score · SilverElk Grove, CA
Part-Time Optometrist | Outpatient Clinic
Comprehensive Mobile CareEmployer score · SilverWilmington, NC
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Optometrist Pay & Work-Life Balance by State
Advertised-pay benchmarks and work-life-balance scores across 39 states with enough optometrist listings to measure. Pay uses weighted monthly permanent-position medians over 13 calendar months where available, with cohort-median fallbacks—not pooled medians or a salary survey. Take-home figures deduct state income tax (Tax Foundation 2025) and adjust for local cost of living (BEA Regional Price Parities 2024); federal tax is uniform across states and omitted.
BEA Regional Price Parities (2024) · State-level price index; city and metro figures may differ.
Tile positions are approximate, not geographic boundaries. Selection adds an outline without changing the metric color. Work-life scores describe listings, not surveyed clinician burnout.
North Carolina leads at $199k, against a $153k median across measured states. Best work-life balance: Idaho (7.3/10), Hawaii (6.7/10), District of Columbia (6.6/10).
| State | Pay benchmark | Take-home, COL-adj. | WLB | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| North Carolina | $199k | $202k | 5.0/10 | 247 |
| Florida | $191k | $185k | 4.9/10 | 351 |
| Louisiana | $190k | $209k | 6.4/10 | 41 |
| Ohio | $189k | $197k | 5.1/10 | 203 |
| Alaska | $179k | $175k | 4.3/10 | 8 |
| Alabama | $179k | $191k | 5.2/10 | 63 |
| Kentucky | $172k | $183k | 5.3/10 | 71 |
| Oregon | $169k | $147k | 5.0/10 | 66 |
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| State | Pay benchmark | Take-home, COL-adj. | WLB | Listings |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Kansas | $168k | $176k | 4.0/10 | 78 |
| Wyoming | $168k | $181k | 5.5/10 | 4 |
| Texas | $167k | $172k | 5.4/10 | 232 |
| Minnesota | $164k | $150k | 4.9/10 | 160 |
| Virginia | $161k | $150k | 5.5/10 | 130 |
| Missouri | $161k | $168k | 4.7/10 | 115 |
| New Hampshire | $160k | $153k | 5.6/10 | 21 |
| Arizona | $157k | $152k | 4.8/10 | 161 |
| Washington | $156k | $146k | 4.5/10 | 121 |
| Nevada | $156k | $156k | 3.6/10 | 38 |
| Indiana | $155k | $161k | 3.7/10 | 45 |
| Massachusetts | $153k | $138k | 5.4/10 | 89 |
| New Mexico | $153k | $156k | 5.6/10 | 23 |
| Michigan | $152k | $151k | 5.2/10 | 144 |
| New York | $151k | $131k | 4.8/10 | 367 |
| New Jersey | $151k | $130k | 5.6/10 | 118 |
| Colorado | $151k | $140k | 5.7/10 | 94 |
| Tennessee | $151k | $164k | 5.8/10 | 93 |
| South Carolina | $149k | $149k | 5.6/10 | 88 |
| Maryland | $149k | $134k | 5.2/10 | 136 |
| California | $148k | $122k | 5.1/10 | 376 |
| Pennsylvania | $147k | $146k | 5.2/10 | 253 |
| Connecticut | $146k | $131k | 4.8/10 | 69 |
| Wisconsin | $144k | $145k | 3.9/10 | 76 |
| Nebraska | $143k | $150k | 3.8/10 | 21 |
| Illinois | $142k | $135k | 4.5/10 | 183 |
| Iowa | $132k | $144k | 5.5/10 | 38 |
| Arkansas | $129k | $143k | 5.2/10 | 20 |
| Georgia | $124k | $122k | 5.7/10 | 165 |
| Vermont | $43k | $40k | 4.6/10 | 16 |
| Maine | $43k | $41k | 6.3/10 | 13 |
Locum Tenens Optometrist Jobs: Market Overview & Work-Life Balance
The jobs loaded on this page, counted and measured by WeekdayDoc — live listings, not a salary survey. Market comparisons elsewhere on the page use their own labeled scope and period.
| Measure | This page | Context |
|---|---|---|
| Most openings | Walmart (55), 360care (26), MedServ Group (20) | employers with the most listings on this page |
| Top-rated employers hiring | Talkiatry (gold, 95/100), Up Lift (gold, 95/100), Hiaah (gold, 93/100) | Top Employers work-life index |
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, Top Employers work-life index; updated Oct 31, 2026.
A few things worth knowing
About Locum Tenens Optometrist jobs.
How much do locum tenens optometrist earn?
A reliable salary estimate is unavailable for this sample of locum tenens optometrist. Compensation varies by role, specialty, location, and schedule. Compare employer-posted pay where disclosed, including its currency and pay period; missing pay is not estimated.
Are there remote or hybrid locum tenens optometrist jobs available?
Some locum tenens optometrist roles offer remote or hybrid flexibility. You can filter for telehealth and work-from-home options, and every listing shows its remote status before you apply.
Which locum tenens optometrist jobs have the best work-life balance?
Every locum tenens optometrist role on WeekdayDoc is scored for burnout risk using call schedule, weekend and night requirements, and remote flexibility. Among current listings, 35% with no weekends. You can sort by work-life-balance score to surface the lowest-burnout roles first.
Who is hiring locum tenens optometrist right now?
Employers currently hiring for locum tenens optometrist roles include Walmart, Comprehensive Mobile Care, Warby Parker, 360care, and others. WeekdayDoc aggregates verified openings from these and other organizations, refreshed daily.
How many locum tenens optometrist jobs are available, and how often are they updated?
There are currently 153 locum tenens optometrist positions listed, with new roles added as employers post them. Job descriptions are public. Verified sign-in with Google or email gives free access to regular Apply, full search, and standard Market Insights. Saved jobs, My Search, and the dashboard also require verified sign-in. Eligible featured employer listings allow Apply without signup or email. Basic calculators are public and free; optional AI contract analysis, RVU Billing Optimizer, and Schedule Optimizer reports remain paid.
Employers hiring now
Organizations with the most openings in Locum Tenens Optometrist Jobs
Walmart55 open roles here · WLB 75/100
360care26 open roles here · WLB 75/100
MedServ Group20 open roles here · WLB 76/100- Comprehensive Mobile Care19 open roles here · WLB 74/100
ATC Portland8 open roles here · WLB 75/100Vision to Learn3 open roles here · WLB 75/100
Adelphi Staffing2 open roles here · WLB 45/100- DDigital Optometrics2 open roles here