Optometrist Part Time (Optometry #)

Grass Valley Eyecare Optometric, Inc. in Grass Valley, California, is seeking a part‑time Associate Optometrist to join its team by the end of November 2026. This opportunity is open to both new graduates and experienced professionals who are passionate about delivering exceptional eye care and making a meaningful difference in the community.
Why join us? Founded in 2004, Grass Valley Eyecare Optometric, Inc. is a nine-employee, full‑scope family eye care practice, dedicated to protecting and enhancing the gift of sight. For more than 20 years, the practice has served the surrounding foothill communities with compassionate, respectful care, comprehensive eye examinations, and a strong focus on prevention and long‑term vision wellness. Its services include glaucoma treatment, dry eye and other ocular disease management, cataract and refractive postoperative care, contact lens fitting and evaluation, and diabetic retinal screenings. Patients also benefit from a wide selection of contact lenses, ophthalmic frames, and sunglasses in styles, brands, and colors suited to a variety of needs.
What you’ll do: You will provide comprehensive eye examinations for patients of all ages, perform contact lens fittings and evaluations, and diagnose, treat, and manage ocular conditions such as glaucoma and dry eye.
You will also deliver cataract and refractive postoperative care, make appropriate referrals to specialists, and exercise sound independent judgment while following established standards of care.
To support accurate diagnoses and efficient patient care, you will use advanced technology including the Zeiss Humphrey Visual Field Analyzer, Zeiss Cirrus photo OCT, Oculus Topographer, Topcon CV500 and CV500S phoropters, video visual acuity charts, Topcon autorefractor and lensometer, iCare tonometer, and My Vision Express electronic medical records.
Who you are: You hold a Doctor of Optometry degree and an active California State Board of Optometry license in good standing, along with TPA and glaucoma certification.
Ideally, you bring one to three years of clinical practice experience and current knowledge of optometric technology, therapeutic management guidelines, and patient care practices.
You also demonstrate strong diagnostic, patient management, leadership, and organizational skills, supported by sound business judgment, self‑discipline, and a commitment to exceptional patient service.
As a trusted member of the eye care team, you exercise discretion and independent judgment in carrying out your responsibilities.
Why you’ll love Grass Valley: Nestled in the Sierra Nevada foothills, Grass Valley offers a welcoming community, a beautifully preserved historic downtown, and a distinctive blend of Gold Rush heritage and modern amenities. Residents enjoy locally owned shops, restaurants, arts and entertainment, year‑round community events, and easy access to the natural beauty of Northern California. With its small‑town character, rich history, and vibrant local culture, Grass Valley is an inviting place to build a rewarding career and enjoy a well‑rounded lifestyle.
Benefits 401 (k) 3% match
Annual continuing education allowance
Group disability insurance
Health insurance
Vacation and sick time accrual
Uniform allowance
Paid time off
Minimum Qualifications Optometry license in California
Preferred Specialties TPA and Glaucoma certification
Special Notice This is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies.
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.
Unincorporated LA County Residents: Qualified Applicants with arrest or conviction records will be considered for employment in accordance with the Los Angeles County Fair Chance Ordinance for Employers and the California Fair Chance Act, and any other similar laws.
The above information in this description was provided by the hiring practice. It has been designated 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, comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees hired in this role.

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