Part-Time Optometrist (Grass Valley Eyecare Optometric) - Grass Valley, CA

VSP Vision • Rancho Cordova, CA

4d • Onsite

About The Position

Grass Valley Eyecare Optometric, Inc. is seeking a part-time Associate Optometrist to join its nine-employee, full-scope family eye care practice in Grass Valley, California, by the end of November 2026. The practice has served foothill communities since 2004, providing comprehensive eye care with an emphasis on prevention, long-term vision wellness, and compassionate, respectful service.

The Associate Optometrist will work 16–24 hours per week and see approximately 15–19 patients daily. The role provides comprehensive eye care to patients of all ages, including eye examinations, contact lens services, ocular disease management, and cataract and refractive postoperative care. The optometrist will make appropriate specialist referrals and use independent judgment while following established standards of care.

The practice uses technology including a 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.

Requirements

• Doctor of Optometry degree.
• Active California State Board of Optometry license in good standing.
• California optometry license.
• Strong diagnostic, patient management, leadership, and organizational skills.
• Sound business judgment and self-discipline.
• Commitment to exceptional patient service.
• Ability to exercise discretion and independent judgment.

Nice To Haves

• TPA and glaucoma certification.
• One to three years of clinical practice experience.
• Current knowledge of optometric technology, therapeutic management guidelines, and patient care practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye examinations for patients of all ages.
• Perform contact lens fittings and evaluations.
• Diagnose, treat, and manage ocular conditions, including glaucoma and dry eye.
• Provide cataract and refractive postoperative care.
• Make appropriate referrals to specialists.
• Exercise sound independent judgment while following established standards of care.
• Use the practice’s diagnostic technology and electronic medical records to support accurate diagnoses and efficient patient care.

Benefits

• 401(k) with 3% match.
• Annual continuing education allowance.
• Group disability insurance.
• Health insurance.
• Vacation and sick time accrual.
• Uniform allowance.
• Paid time off.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree