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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Overview

Open roles45
Top employerHero Practice Services
Top cityAurora, CO
Cities hiring24
Work type83% On-site
Top industryMedical Devices

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Eyemart Express
Front Desk Optometrist’s Tech PT Grand Junction, CO #174
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Eyemart Express
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Front Desk Optometrist’s Tech PT Grand Junction, CO #174
Eyemart Express
Grand Junction, Colorado
Manufacturing Operations
Quality Control
Skilled Trades
$16 - $17.5/hr
1,001-5,000

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Clear Vision Associates
Spanish-Speaking Optometrist – Part-Time
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Spanish-Speaking Optometrist – Part-Time
Clear Vision Associates
Aurora, Colorado
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$575 - $600/hr
On-Site

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Hero Practice Services
Optometrist - Saturdays only
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Hero Practice Services
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Optometrist - Saturdays only
Hero Practice Services
Greeley, Colorado
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
1,001-5,000

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Hero Practice Services
Optometrist
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Optometrist
Hero Practice Services
Greeley, Colorado
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
$145k - $165k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Hero Practice Services
Optometrist - Saturdays only
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Hero Practice Services
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Optometrist - Saturdays only
Hero Practice Services
Lakewood, Colorado
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Public Health
1,001-5,000

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Optometrist Jobs by City in Colorado

Where Colorado roles are concentrated, by current openings.

Aurora
5 jobs
Denver
5 jobs
Grand Junction
4 jobs
Colorado Springs
4 jobs
Greeley
3 jobs
Pueblo
2 jobs
Boulder
2 jobs
Longmont
2 jobs
Fort Collins
2 jobs

Optometrist Job Market in Colorado

A snapshot from current Colorado openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Hero Practice Services
Hero Practice Services9 open roles
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Doctor’s Exchange of Colorado7 open roles
AEG Vision
AEG Vision5 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Medical Devices
  • Insurance
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

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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