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

VSP Vision•Rancho Cordova, CA

3d•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 surrounding foothill communities since 2004, providing comprehensive eye examinations and preventive, long-term vision care. 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. The Associate Optometrist will work 16–24 hours per week and see approximately 15–19 patients daily. The role provides eye care to patients of all ages, including examinations, contact lens services, diagnosis and management of ocular conditions, postoperative care, and referrals. The optometrist is expected to exercise sound independent judgment and follow established standards of care. The position uses 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. Applicants must hold a Doctor of Optometry degree and an active California State Board of Optometry license in good standing, with TPA and glaucoma certification. The posting welcomes new graduates and experienced professionals; one to three years of clinical practice experience is preferred.

Requirements

Doctor of Optometry degree.
Active California State Board of Optometry license in good standing.
Strong diagnostic, patient management, leadership, and organizational skills.
Sound business judgment and self-discipline.
Commitment to exceptional patient service.
Discretion and independent judgment in carrying out responsibilities.

Nice To Haves

One to three years of clinical practice experience.
TPA and glaucoma certification.
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 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.