The Associate Optometrist will deliver personalized, comprehensive eye care for patients of all ages, conducting thorough primary care eye exams using advanced technologies like Optos, OCT, and virtual field testing. Responsibilities also include expertly fitting contact lenses, especially for hard-to-fit cases and pediatric patients, while collaborating with a team of seven professionals.
Requirements summary
Candidates must be passionate, dedicated professionals highly skilled in handling diverse patients and committed to exceptional eye care, staying updated on the latest optometry advancements. A strong commitment to continuous learning, excellent communication, and the ability to thrive in a collaborative team setting are essential qualities for this role.
Communication SkillsCollaborationOCTContinuous LearningContact Lens FittingComprehensive Eye CarePediatric Eye CareOptos Retinal ImagingOcular Condition ManagementVirtual Field TestingPrimary Care Eye Exams
Job description
Vision First Optometry lives by its mission to provide the most personalized eye care experience from an excellent team of highly experienced professionals.
As a well-respected business in the community, this practice continues to expand, and long-term opportunity is on the horizon for the right Associate Optometrist.
If you’re a well-rounded professional looking to join a top-notch team, directly contribute to the practice’s growth and expansion, with the potential for a partnership or ownership opportunity, your chance is here!
Why join us?
Since 1980, Vision First Optometry has been a trusted provider of comprehensive eye care for families and individuals of all ages throughout Modesto and the greater Stanislaus County area.
The practice is recognized for its expertise in hard-to-fit contact lenses and pediatric eye care, making it a destination for patients with a wide range of vision and medical needs.
Conveniently located in the heart of Modesto, Vision First Optometry combines cutting-edge technology with a commitment to exceptional service.
Supported by a dedicated team of seven professionals, the practice conducts approximately 14 to 20 comprehensive exams per day, ensuring personalized attention and upholding the gold standard of care that the community has come to rely on.
What you'll do: As an Associate Optometrist at Vision First Optometry, you’ll play a key role in delivering personalized, comprehensive eye care for patients of all ages.
Leveraging advanced technologies like Optos retinal imaging, OCT, and virtual field testing, you’ll conduct thorough primary care eye exams and expertly fit contact lenses, including those for hard-to-fit cases and pediatric patients.
Each day, you’ll address a broad spectrum of visual health needs, from routine check-ups to managing age-related changes and complex ocular conditions.
You’ll work collaboratively with a dedicated team of seven professionals, ensuring a smooth and compassionate experience for every patient while maintaining the gold standard of care the community expects.
Who you are: You're a passionate and dedicated individual with a deep commitment to providing exceptional eye care and improving the vision health of the community.
You're highly skilled and capable of confidently handling a diverse range of patients with varying visual needs and age groups.
The ideal candidate is enthusiastic about staying up to date on the latest advancements in optometry and personalized treatment plans, thereby supporting the practice's growth and reputation as a leader in the community.
Benefits
401(k)
Paid time off
Continuing education allowance
You thrive in a collaborative setting, working alongside a team of talented professionals, including opticians, technicians, and administrative staff, to ensure seamless patient care and contribute to a positive work culture.
A strong commitment to continuous learning, exceptional communication skills, and a genuine passion for making a positive impact in the lives of others are essential qualities as you will play a vital role in the continued success and expansion of the business.
Why you'll love Modesto: Located in California’s Central Valley and surrounded by natural beauty, Modesto is the largest city in Stanislaus County.
Best known for its rich agricultural production, Modesto offers the opportunity for convenient, relaxed, and affordable living.
With access to iconic locations such as Yosemite National Park and Sequoia National Park, residents can easily explore the outdoors.
Modesto is also recognized for its vibrant art scene, where residents enjoy mid-century modern architecture, museums, concerts, live theater, and year-round farmers markets.
Its proximity to some of California’s most popular destinations—San Francisco, Sacramento, Monterey, Napa Valley, and Santa Cruz—makes it an ideal location to practice and a wonderful place to call home.
You’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including: 401(k) Paid time off Continuing education allowance
Minimum Qualifications
Optometry license in the state of California Special Notice This is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies. VSP Vision is helping PECAA Max Members recruit qualified applicants for their private practices. VSP Vision is not acting as a job placement agency or staffing firm. Applicants are not guaranteed a job interview or job offer. 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 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. VSP Vision OD Recruitment Support VSP Network Practices who are PECAA Max members in good standing benefit from access to dedicated VSP Vision recruiters to help them find qualified Optometrists. VSP Vision is not an employment agency and does not guarantee the placement of any practice professionals. The practice shall have sole responsibility for all decisions in the hiring process including interviewing and hiring of practice professionals. VSP Network Practices also benefit from access to other hiring related resources, including free job listings on the VSP Vision Optometry Career Site, which is linked to over 300 career sites. 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. Notice to Candidates: Fraud Alert - Fake Job Opportunity Solicitations Used to Collect Fees/Personal Information. We have been made aware that fake job opportunities are being offered by individuals posing as VSP Vision and affiliate recruiters. Click here to learn about our application process and what to watch for regarding false job opportunities. As a regular part of doing business, VSP Vision (“VSP”) collects many different types of personal information, including protected health information, about our audiences, including members, doctors, clients, brokers, business partners, and employees. VSP Vision employees will have access to this sensitive personal information and are subject to follow Information Security and Privacy Policies. As the only not-for-profit eye health company in the U.S., we offer flexible doctor positions in five different settings, allowing you to build a rewarding career in eye care. Find the perfect fit, enabling you to improve people’s lives through better vision. With nearly 70 years in the eye health industry, we’re driven by compassion, care, and a shared mission to ensure everyone has access to quality vision care. When you join our global family of nearly 15,000 teammates, you’re stepping into a world where innovation meets impact. At VSP, we value collaboration, inclusion, and belonging, fostering an environment that’s as supportive as it is inspiring. Let’s work together to create a clearer, brighter future—one person at a time. Follow your heart to VSP! #VisionWithHeart
