Full-Time Optometrist Opportunity | Sign-On Bonus + Relocation | Rio Grande Valley

Optometrist Opportunity at Thurmond Eye Associates

Thurmond Eye Associates is seeking a full-time Optometrist to join our collaborative team of dedicated eye care professionals. This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a thriving medical optometry practice with a strong patient base and long-standing reputation for excellence.

For more than 60 years, Thurmond Eye Associates has been the premier provider of ophthalmic and optical services throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Our doctors practice in a supportive, team-based environment alongside experienced ophthalmologists and fellow optometrists, with access to advanced diagnostic technology and robust clinical resources. We are known for delivering patient-centered care, fostering professional growth, and creating a workplace where providers feel valued and supported.

Why Join Us?

• Comprehensive, Multi-Specialty Practice
  • 7 Board-Certified Ophthalmologists, including 2 Retina Specialists
  • 5 Experienced Optometrists
  • 7 Clinic Locations Each with an On-Site Optical Department
  • Full-Service Grinding Lab
  • Raider Surgical Center A state-of-the-art ASC (opened in 2017)

Compensation & Benefits:

• Competitive Base Salary + Productivity Bonuses
• Signing Bonus & Relocation Assistance
• Healthcare Benefits & 401(k)
• Generous Paid Time Off Vacation, Sick Days, Personal Days, CME, and Holidays
• CME Allowance + Paid Membership Dues
• Employer-Paid Texas Medical License, DEA, Malpractice, and Credentialing Fees
• Student Loan Repayment

Why the Rio Grande Valley?

• Ranked #3 Safest City in the U.S. (SmartAsset.com)
• Affordable Cost of Living & No State Income Tax
• Mild Winters, Tropical Breezes, and a Vibrant Community
• U.S. News & World Report: #137 Best Places to Live, #117 Best Places to Retire
• Thriving Economy A major hub for healthcare, international trade, and tourism

Who Should Apply?

• Active Texas OD License (or ability to obtain one)
• New graduates and experienced ODs welcome!

If you're ready to advance your career with a well-established, high-volume practice in one of Texas' most dynamic cities, we'd love to hear from you!