Optometrist (Ascent Eye Care) - Salida, CO

VSP Vision • Rancho Cordova, CA

10d • Onsite

About The Position

Ascent Eye Care in Salida, Colorado, is seeking an optometrist to provide high-quality eye care in a growing private practice. The practice offers comprehensive eye exams, diabetic eye exams, dry eye treatments, ocular disease management, emergency care, myopia management, soft and specialty contact lenses, minor surgical and laser procedures, and surgical post-operative care. Its clinical environment includes six exam lanes and a minor surgical procedure room, along with diagnostic and treatment equipment and an in-house lens finishing lab.

The optometrist will care for patients of all ages from across south-central Colorado. Doctors average at least 16 comprehensive exams and 4 to 6 shorter appointments per workday. The position is scheduled for 3–4 days per week. The practice describes a future partnership path and seeks a compassionate, reliable, personable doctor committed to thoughtful care, teamwork, and continuous learning.

Requirements

• Licensed to practice optometry in the state of Colorado.
• Kind, compassionate, knowledgeable, and personable approach.
• Reliable, punctual, and committed to a strong work ethic.
• Comfort caring for a diverse patient population.
• Able to collaborate with the practice team and deliver thoughtful, high-quality care.

Nice To Haves

• Motivation for continuous learning.
• Interest in growing with a practice that offers a future partnership path.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye examinations.
• Assess visual acuity, refraction, eye alignment, and overall eye health.
• Prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses.
• Diagnose and manage ocular conditions.
• Recognize ocular signs of systemic disease.
• Conduct specialized testing.
• Provide contact lens care.
• Co-manage pre- and post-operative patients when applicable.
• Educate patients about their eye care and vision.
• Make appropriate referrals.
• Maintain complete patient records.

Benefits

• Medical and vision insurance.
• 401(k) matching: 100% up to 4% of compensation.
• Paid time off.
• Sick leave.
• Production bonus.
• Malpractice insurance and licensing fees.
• Continuing education allowance.
• Partnership opportunity.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: No Education Listed