Full Time Optometrist

About the job Northwest Eye Physicians is seeking a medically focused Optometrist (OD) to join our established hybrid MD/OD practice. This is a full-time position in a privately owned practice that has proudly served the Arlington Heights community for over 50 years . Our practice is unique— one of very few in the state with an on-site surgical suite —and is built on a collaborative team of physicians and staff dedicated to delivering exceptional patient care. Position Overview The Optometrist will play a key role in comprehensive eye care, surgical co-management, and patient education within our medical optometry setting. Key Responsibilities Perform comprehensive eye exams using optometric equipment and diagnostic interpretation Prescribe glasses and contact lenses Initiate surgical consults by educating patients on available procedures and referring to the appropriate MD Assist with postoperative care and follow-up for surgical patients Provide excellent customer service and patient-centered care Participate in a rotating practice only on-call schedule with other physicians ( no hospital call required ) Qualifications 2+ years of optometry experience preferred Active Illinois state optometry license Experience in a hybrid MD/OD practice or surgical setting preferred One year medical residency preferred Strong interest in growing a patient base through networking and positive patient experiences Compensation & Benefits Full-time position Base salary of $150k + production based bonus (earning potential of up to $200k) Annual productivity-based bonus Generous paid time off policy Health & Dental Insurance 401k with employer match Disability Insurance