Optometrist (Eyezone)

Job Description

Job Description

Compensation range for the role is listed above. 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 commission dependent on the role. For more information regarding VSP Vision benefits, please click here.

EyeZone South Reno is seeking a skilled Optometrist to help meet growing demand for care in a respected, community-rooted practice. This opportunity offers clinical variety, long-term growth, and the chance to serve both urban and rural patients who value preventive eye care. The ideal candidate is flexible, adaptable, collaborative, and committed to delivering strong patient experiences while supporting office performance across the region.

Why join us?  

EyeZone is a distinguished multi-location practice, serving patients across Nevada in South Reno, West Reno, Midtown Reno, Carson City, and Lake Tahoe. Renowned for its unwavering commitment to superior vision care, EyeZone offers a specialized dry eye clinic and is led by a team of dedicated eye care professionals deeply rooted in the community. The practice boasts expertise in ocular diseases and specialty contact lenses while also offering state-of-the-art optical equipment, three fully equipped examination suites, a diverse range of designer eyewear catering to all budgets, and the latest advancements in contact lens technology.

 

What you'll do:  

In this role, you’ll provide comprehensive optometric care while ensuring consistent clinical excellence, outstanding patient experiences, and strong support for practice operations. You’ll deliver thorough eye examinations, diagnose and manage ocular conditions, collaborate closely with office teams, and adapt to varying patient volumes, staffing needs, and practice environments. The schedule is Monday–Friday, 8 a.m.–5 p.m. You’ll have the opportunity to practice full-scope optometry, caring for patients across age groups and a wide range of visual and medical conditions. Using the latest technology, you’ll provide accurate diagnoses, recommend vision-enhancing solutions, and educate patients on healthy vision and preventive care. Benefits may include a sign-on bonus, tuition reimbursement, medical insurance, paid time off, production bonus, malpractice insurance, and continuing education allowance.

Who we're seeking:  

We’re seeking a well-rounded Optometrist with strong clinical skills and a passion for delivering outstanding, personalized patient care. A licensed O.D. in the practicing state is required, and residency training, two years of prior experience, and glaucoma certification are preferred. The ideal candidate will bring strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, along with a genuine commitment to patient health and safety. If you’re ready to take the next step in your career, we encourage you to apply. New graduates are encouraged to apply!

Why you'll love South Reno:  

South Reno offers a desirable lifestyle with scenic landscapes, outdoor recreation, and a welcoming community atmosphere. Set against the Sierra Nevada Mountains, the area provides easy access to year-round adventure, including hiking, skiing, and water activities near Lake Tahoe and nearby resorts. With well-planned neighborhoods, local amenities, and a balance of suburban charm and natural beauty, South Reno is an appealing place to build both a career and a quality lifestyle in northern Nevada.

Special note about this opportunity:  

This is a career opportunity with a practice owned by VSP Ventures, a VSP Vision Company. While VSP Vision is helping VSP Ventures practices recruit qualified applicants, the hiring decision and acceptance of this position is solely between the hiring practice and the applicant.

The above information in this description was provided by the hiring practice. It has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this role. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees hired in this role.

Job Specifications

 

Typically has the following skills or abilities:

 

Doctor of Optometry degree, O.D., including Third Party Administrator (TPA) certificate of licensure

 

1-3 years of clinical practice experience with current knowledge of Optometric technology and practices; new graduates are encouraged to apply

 

Strong verbal and written communication skills

 

Strong management, leadership, and organizational skills

 

Strong business aptitude, self-discipline, and ability to deliver outstanding patient service

 

Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment in the performance of his/her job duties

 

Working Conditions

 

The working environment is generally favorable, lighting and temperature are adequate, and there are no hazardous or unpleasant conditions caused by noise, dust, etc.

 

The above information in this description has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within this classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job grade.

 

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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.

VSP is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law. To help us ensure we meet our commitment to equal employment opportunity, please consider responding to the following optional questions regarding race and gender. We are asking you to provide this information on a voluntary basis. All responses will be kept confidential and will in no way impact the consideration of your application. Applicants who live in the following jurisdictions should not respond to the race or gender self-identification request, so please select “Prefer not to say, I Don’t Wish to Answer, I decline to self-identify, or I decline to identify my race and ethnicity” for the questions:

 

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