Optometrist (06716)

At Dr. Joel's Family Eye Care Center, we protect a rare and vanishing dynamic in modern healthcare: the 30-minute patient slot. We refuse to run an optical assembly line. Located in New Haven, Connecticut, our independent practice is built for clinicians who want to practice full-scope medical and refractive optometry the way it was meant to be—with time to look up from the screen, look at the patient, and make a real impact.

Why This is Different From Your Average OD Gig

• Time to Care

  Say goodbye to triple-booked columns and burnout. You control your workflow and get the time needed to thoroughly manage complex cases and build real patient relationships.

  
  

• Clinical Freedom

  You have the ultimate say in patient care. Whether you want to expand our specialty contact lens fittings, build out dry eye therapies, or focus on pediatric myopia management, we provide the autonomy to grow your niche.

  
  

• Tech That Supports You

  Work in a modern, streamlined clinic equipped with high-tier diagnostic tech (OCT, digital retinal imaging) so you can make confident medical decisions every day.

  
  

• The "No Drama" Guarantee

  Join a highly trained, proactive support staff that handles pre-testing, insurance verification, and billing seamlessly, allowing you to focus entirely on being a doctor.( Okay maybe a little drama)

  
  

The Package

• Highly Competitive Base Salary

  Lucrative compensation that respects your expertise, plus straightforward, ethical performance bonuses.

  
  

• True Work-Life Balance

  Flexible full- or part-time scheduling with

  
  

  no grueling late-night shifts and rotating, light weekend hours.
• Comprehensive Benefits

  Full health, generous paid time off, and fully covered malpractice insurance.

  
  

• Growth and Mentorship

  Paid CE credits and state licensing fees. New graduates will find a supportive, non-competitive environment to master their clinical rhythm.

  
  

Who You Are (Our Perfect Focus)

• A licensed Doctor of Optometry (OD) in good standing.
• Someone who sees the glass as half full (and perfectly anti-reflective).
• Equipped with excellent communication skills —you can talk to anyone from toddlers to grandparents.
• A clinical professional who knows how to keep things ocularly jocular
• Someone who will debate who has the best pizza, New York, New Haven or Chicago!

Employment Type: Full Time

Salary: $190,000 Annual

Bonus/Commission: No