Optometrist Jobs in Colorado
Optometrist jobs in Colorado are concentrated in Denver, Colorado Springs, and Fort Collins, where growing populations and robust healthcare networks keep demand high for primary eye care, pediatric optometry, and contact lens and low vision specialists. Major employers with a lasting presence in the state include UCHealth, SCL Health (now Intermountain Health), and national optical groups such as MyEyeDr, which maintain multiple Colorado locations. The market draws candidates from new graduates to seasoned practitioners with independent practice ownership experience. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.
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Front Desk Associate (Optometrist’s Technician) Part Time
Company Overview: 30 years ago Dr. Barnes founded Eyemart Express to deliver everything a patient needs. It started with one friendly shop in Appleton, WI, and has since expanded to over 245 stores in 42 states. Today, Eyemart Express is celebrated for promptly delivering quality eyewear at great prices, while maintaining great relationships with optometrists and local communities. We’re not like everyone else—with local labs in stores, eye exams, and same-day delivery on glasses—our customers never miss a moment. Now, you can join one of the nation’s top optical retailers and help improve lives by helping people see better.
Earning Potential: The earning potential for this role is competitive, inclusive of base pay ($16.00 - 17.50) and incentives.
Job Description: The Dr's Tech, also known as an Optometrist Technician or Optical Technician, will primarily assist under the store Doctor. The general responsibilities of this position are to service all customers who enter the Doctor’s office and assist them with the delivery of exam services as well as the purchase of contact lenses. This person is responsible for maintaining company standards while: answering the telephone, greeting patients, performing the “pre-test”, selling contact lenses, communicating Eyemart’s specials and everyday low prices, meeting sales goals, data entry into the computer, following A/R procedures, performing I & R (insertion and removal) training, ordering and dispensing contact lenses, troubleshooting customer complaints, filing, and reporting as necessary. The Dr’s Tech is also responsible for performing any related work as directed by a Manager or Doctor.
Responsibilities:
Customer Service: Provide exceptional customer service to all patients.
Sales and Promotions: Maintain knowledge of current sales and promotions as well as policies regarding payment, returns, and exchanges.
Transaction Processing: Compute and process payment transactions/refunds using the in-house Point of Sale system.
Administrative Tasks: Perform other administrative tasks as assigned.
Insurance Claims: Process insurance claims efficiently.
Product Knowledge: Maintain up-to-date knowledge of products.
Patient Files: Create and maintain patient files, following company and HIPAA policies regarding confidentiality.
Data Entry: Input customer information into the computer system accurately.
Patient Assessment: Assess and interpret patient’s needs/wants based upon prescription requirements, facial features, lifestyle, and occupation, and suggest the most appropriate products (i.e., frames, lens type, coatings).
Patient Sign-In: Sign-in patients. Call and clearly document any insurance eligibility information before any services are provided. Make and maintain patients’ charts per local Doctor specifications. File patient charts daily.
Pre-Test Procedures: Perform a thorough “pre-test” as directed by the local Doctor. For example: NCT, auto-refraction, auto-keratometry, color test, brief medical history, visual acuity, load phoropter, etc. Follow the local pathogen control policy as set by the local Doctor.
Contact Lens Orders: Order and receive contact lenses. Call customers daily for pick-up, job status, and any special order or production delays. Deliver contact lenses to patients. Assist with inventory control, for example, receiving stock, maintaining the merchandising, monthly inventory, and loss prevention.
Requirements:
High School Diploma or GED.
Experience working in retail, customer service, or sales.
Experience working in the optical industry is preferred but not required. We are willing to train.
At Eyemart Express, we're dedicated to excellence in everything we do. We understand the importance of work-life balance and strive to be as flexible as possible with scheduling needs to ensure our team members can achieve harmony between work and personal life.
If you're ready to join a company that values excellence, invests in your future, and respects your need for balance, submit your resume today! Eyemart Express is where your career takes off.
This posting provides an overview of the role. A full job description will be provided upon hire.
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, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing.
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What Colorado Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in optometrist jobs across Colorado.
- Active optometrist license issued or recognized by the Colorado State Board of Optometry
- Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited optometry school
- Eligibility for or current DEA registration to prescribe therapeutic pharmaceutical agents
- Clinical experience in primary eye care, contact lens fitting, or ocular disease management
- Proficiency with diagnostic equipment including slit lamp, visual field analyzer, and OCT
- Strong communication skills for patient education and collaborative care team coordination
Optometrist Jobs in Colorado: Frequently Asked Questions
How do you become a optometrist in Colorado?
To work as an optometrist in Colorado you must hold an active license from the Colorado State Board of Optometry, which requires a Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited school and passage of all sections of the National Board of Examiners in Optometry examinations. Colorado also requires licensure for therapeutic pharmaceutical agents, so candidates must satisfy the board's TPA certification requirements before they can prescribe medications independently in clinical practice.
How much do optometrists make in Colorado?
Optometrists in Colorado earn a median of about $152,000 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $65,910 for the lowest 10% to over $212,120 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.
Which companies hire optometrists in Colorado?
Companies currently hiring optometrists in Colorado include Hero Practice Services, Doctor’s Exchange of Colorado, and AEG Vision, per current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Colorado's mix of large integrated health systems such as UCHealth and Intermountain Health alongside national retail optical groups means openings appear across private practice, clinic, and optical retail settings throughout the state.
Which Colorado cities have the most optometrist jobs?
The cities with the most optometrist openings in Colorado are Aurora, Denver, and Grand Junction. Denver dominates as the state's largest population center and healthcare hub, while Colorado Springs and Fort Collins support strong demand through their own regional health systems and a mix of independent practices serving fast-growing suburban communities.
Are there remote optometrist jobs in Colorado?
Yes, but they're rare. Optometry is a hands-on clinical profession requiring in-person examination of patients, which limits fully remote arrangements to a small share of roles. About 17% of optometrist openings tied to Colorado are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions typically involve telehealth triage, vision screening review, or administrative and clinical leadership functions rather than direct patient care.
How can I get hired as a optometrist in Colorado with little or no experience?
The most realistic entry path is an optometry residency, several of which are available at Colorado institutions including the Veterans Affairs Eastern Colorado Health Care System and community health center affiliates in the Denver metro area. New graduates who lack residency training can pursue associate optometrist roles at high-volume retail optical groups or federally qualified health centers, where mentorship and structured onboarding are common. Holding a Colorado TPA license and completing the national board exams before applying gives candidates a clear competitive edge over those still awaiting results.
Where can I find and apply to optometrist jobs in Colorado?
You can find and apply to optometrist jobs in Colorado on Migrate Mate, which lists current Colorado openings across private practices, health systems, and optical groups. Search the listings to find roles that match your experience level, specialty, and preferred location, then apply directly to the ones that fit.
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