Optometrist (Westside Family Vision Center) - Bay Area, CA

Why join us?

Westside Family Vision Center, established in 1986, proudly serves the communities of San Jose and Saratoga, with two convenient locations and a longstanding commitment to exceptional, patient-centered eye care for all ages. The practice offers a comprehensive range of vision services including contact lens fittings, featuring specialty options like MiSight and CRT for myopia control, advanced eyeglass lenses such as Neurolens and Stellest, LASIK co-management, myopia management programs to help slow nearsightedness progression in children and young adults, thorough evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment or referral for a wide spectrum of ocular diseases, and vision therapy services for visual development and rehabilitation. Combining cutting-edge technology with a warm, family-oriented approach, the experienced team is dedicated to helping every patient achieve clear, comfortable vision and optimal eye health.

What you'll do:

As a Full-Time Optometrist at Westside Family Vision Center, you will perform thorough eye exams for patients of all ages, using advanced tools such as an autorefractor, auto-lensometer, non-contact tonometer, Humphrey Field Analyzer, spectral microscopy, pachymetry, retinal cameras, Neurolens screener, and Zeiss OCT. You’ll typically see about 12 to 15 patients daily with support from assistants for imaging, frame selection, and dispensing, allowing you to focus on clinical care. Your schedule will range from 32 to 40 hours per week, offering a balanced work-life dynamic and a collaborative environment dedicated to delivering high-quality, personalized eye care for every patient.

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. You thrive in a collaborative setting, working alongside a team of talented professionals, 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 the Bay Area:

Situated in the heart of Northern California, the Bay Area is renowned for its diverse culinary scene, vibrant neighborhoods, scenic waterfronts, and a wealth of cultural festivals and activities. Residents enjoy a temperate climate with cool, refreshing breezes, mild winters, and pleasant summers—perfect for year-round outdoor adventures. Living here means you’re just a short drive from iconic destinations like San Francisco, Napa Valley, Monterey Bay, Santa Cruz, and the stunning landscapes of the Pacific Coast, making the Bay Area an exceptional place to live and work.

You’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Medical insurance
• Paid time off
• Production bonus
• Malpractice insurance
• Continuing education
• Dues for AOA, COA, COVD

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 Premier Program  Providers 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.

Career Support

VSP Network Practices benefit from access to dedicated VSP recruiters to help them find qualified Optometrists.  VSP 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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