Optometrist (Coastal Eye Care) - Astoria, OR

Coastal Eye Care, located in Astoria, Oregon, is filling an optometrist role that has a pathway to partnership. This community-focused practice offers an exceptional opportunity for clinical excellence, professional growth, and work-life balance, for all dedicated professionals to make a meaningful impact on the lives of the area's vibrant residents.

Why join us?

With a legacy that spans over 80 years, Coastal Eye Care has been a cornerstone of the Astoria community, delivering comprehensive, family-focused eye care backed by generations of optometrist ownership. Since its establishment in 1999, the practice has combined advanced diagnostic technology and medical expertise to provide high-quality care in a welcoming, state-of-the-art environment. Anchored in a strong commitment to patient wellness, Coastal Eye Care offers a wide range of services, from routine exams to medical management of eye conditions, and is dedicated to growth through welcoming new optometrists and fostering partnership opportunities. By promoting professional autonomy and work-life balance with a convenient weekday schedule, Coastal Eye Care ensures exceptional service while enriching the vibrant, community-oriented spirit of Astoria.

You’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Health Insurance
• Paid time off
• 401K
• Vision Benefits
• Continuing education
• Licensure reimbursement
• No Weekends
• Clear Path to Partnership

What you'll do:

As an Optometrist at Coastal Eye Care, you’ll play a central role in family eye health by conducting comprehensive exams, diagnosing and managing ocular diseases, and prescribing or fitting corrective lenses, all within a modern, medically-focused practice environment. You’ll be supported by advanced diagnostic technology, such as OCT, topographers, and fundus cameras, as well as by skilled technicians and an AI-powered scribe, ensuring your focus stays on patient care and education. With a flexible three to four-day work week and the opportunity to see 16-20 patients daily, you’ll enjoy a balanced schedule that allows for meaningful patient interactions and the chance to make a lasting impact in the community while working alongside a collaborative, growth-oriented team.

Who you are:

You possess strong clinical abilities and a genuine passion for patient care, thriving in a medically focused environment where you can work independently while maintaining excellent interpersonal communication. Your expertise enables you to confidently manage a wide variety of patients across all age groups and visual needs. You are committed to staying current with the latest advancements in optometry, embracing personalized treatment plans, and supporting the practice's ongoing growth and reputation as a community leader. Collaboration is central to your approach, and you enjoy partnering with a talented team to ensure seamless patient care and foster a positive workplace culture. Your dedication to continuous learning, exceptional communication skills, and heartfelt desire to make a meaningful difference in the lives of others make you an invaluable asset, playing a pivotal role in the continued success and expansion of Coastal Eye Care.

Why you'll love Astoria:

Living in Astoria offers a truly rewarding experience that blends small-town warmth with the conveniences of contemporary life. Known for its vibrant local culture and historic charm, Astoria provides residents with a welcoming atmosphere and a strong sense of community. Families enjoy a variety of schools, beautiful parks, and abundant recreational activities, making it a wonderful place to raise children or simply relax and unwind. Astoria's proximity to essential amenities, unique shops, and diverse restaurants ensures that everything you need is easily accessible. Whether you're delving into Astoria's rich maritime history, taking in the stunning views along the Columbia River and Pacific Ocean, or joining in on the many local festivals and community gatherings, life in Astoria offers a fulfilling, well-rounded lifestyle for all its residents.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Optometry license in the state of Oregon

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. 

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