Mid Level Optometrist Jobs
Mid level optometrist jobs go to clinicians ready to take full ownership of patient care decisions, mentor newer staff, and deepen specialization without close supervision. Openings are predominantly on-site across Healthcare & Medical Services, with employers like MyEyeDr., Sutter Health, and Community Health Connections hiring at this level now.
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Organization
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD
Position Overview
Perform general eye examination, address the patient's chief complaint and diagnose chronic and acute conditions affecting the ocular system along formulating plans to manage or treat any of these conditions assessed.
Job Description
These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).
Education
- Doctorate: Graduate from an accredited school of Optometry with a Doctor of Optometry Degree.
Typical Experience
- 5 years recent relevant experience.
Certification & Licensure
- OPT-Optometrist
- BLS-Basic Life Support
Skills And Knowledge
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to apply the principles, theories, practices and techniques of optometric practice, including anatomy, physiology, pathology and mechanics of the human eye, visual processes and detailed knowledge of ocular pharmacology and therapeutics.
- Medical knowledge with competent and quality skills applicable to perform within the scope of practice.
- Professional, role model with leadership qualities that is motivated and demonstrates initiative in their work.
- Good verbal and written communication/consultative/collaborative skills for regular contact with young patient, adult patient, along with fellow physicians and staff.
- Clear and complete documentation skills along with computer data entry skills to enter patient information.
- Team player with ability to work with others in a flexible and cooperative manner.
- Must be able to maximize the utilization of resources and manage varying procedures and interruptions.
- Seeks to further skills through continuing education per license requirements.
Job Shift
Days
Schedule
Per Diem/Casual
Shift Hours
8
Days Of The Week
Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements
None
Benefits
No
Unions
No
Position Status
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours
0
Employee Status
Per Diem/Casual
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $71.43 to $107.15 / hour
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
We are so glad you are interested in joining Sutter Health!
Organization
PAMF-Palo Alto Medical Foundation PAD
Position Overview
Perform general eye examination, address the patient's chief complaint and diagnose chronic and acute conditions affecting the ocular system along formulating plans to manage or treat any of these conditions assessed.
Job Description
These Principal Accountabilities, Requirements and Qualifications are not exhaustive, but are merely the most descriptive of the current job. Management reserves the right to revise the job description or require that other tasks be performed when the circumstances of the job change (for example, emergencies, staff changes, workload, or technical development).
Education
- Doctorate: Graduate from an accredited school of Optometry with a Doctor of Optometry Degree.
Typical Experience
- 5 years recent relevant experience.
Certification & Licensure
- OPT-Optometrist
- BLS-Basic Life Support
Skills And Knowledge
- Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to apply the principles, theories, practices and techniques of optometric practice, including anatomy, physiology, pathology and mechanics of the human eye, visual processes and detailed knowledge of ocular pharmacology and therapeutics.
- Medical knowledge with competent and quality skills applicable to perform within the scope of practice.
- Professional, role model with leadership qualities that is motivated and demonstrates initiative in their work.
- Good verbal and written communication/consultative/collaborative skills for regular contact with young patient, adult patient, along with fellow physicians and staff.
- Clear and complete documentation skills along with computer data entry skills to enter patient information.
- Team player with ability to work with others in a flexible and cooperative manner.
- Must be able to maximize the utilization of resources and manage varying procedures and interruptions.
- Seeks to further skills through continuing education per license requirements.
Job Shift
Days
Schedule
Per Diem/Casual
Shift Hours
8
Days Of The Week
Monday - Friday
Weekend Requirements
None
Benefits
No
Unions
No
Position Status
Non-Exempt
Weekly Hours
0
Employee Status
Per Diem/Casual
Sutter Health is an equal opportunity employer EOE/M/F/Disability/Veterans.
Pay Range is $71.43 to $107.15 / hour
The compensation range may vary based on the geographic location where the position is filled. Total compensation considers multiple factors, including, but not limited to a candidate’s experience, education, skills, licensure, certifications, departmental equity, training, and organizational needs. Base pay is only one component of Sutter Health’s comprehensive total rewards program. Eligible positions also include a comprehensive benefits package.
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Mid Level Optometrist Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
How do I get a mid level optometrist job?
Position your application around clinical ownership, not just hours logged. Highlight cases you managed independently, any specialty areas you developed, and moments where your judgment shaped patient outcomes or clinic workflows. Tailor your resume to show scope, not just duration. Employers at this level want evidence you can run a full exam schedule, handle complex presentations, and contribute beyond the basics.
Which companies hire mid level optometrists?
Companies hiring mid level optometrists right now include MyEyeDr., Sutter Health, and Community Health Connections, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Hiring at this level comes from retail optical chains, independent private practices, and multi-location health systems looking for clinicians who can work with consistent autonomy.
Are there remote mid level optometrist jobs?
Yes, though most optometry work is hands-on and clinic-based. About 0% of mid level optometrist openings are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, with those roles typically involving telehealth consultations, vision screenings, or administrative and clinical education responsibilities rather than full in-person exam duties.
How do I move up to a mid level optometrist role?
Moving into mid level typically means building a record of independent clinical decision-making over your first few years. Focus on developing a specialty area, such as contact lens fitting, pediatric care, or ocular disease management, taking on more complex patients, and demonstrating that you improve outcomes and workflows without needing close guidance from senior doctors.
Which industries hire the most mid level optometrists?
Mid Level optometrist roles concentrate in Healthcare & Medical Services, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. These sectors drive hiring at this level because they need experienced clinicians who can sustain high patient volume and handle a wider diagnostic range independently.