Optometrist | $125,000–$160,000 | Boutique Private Practice
Enjoy a four-day weekend every other week while building specialty clinical skills in a growing private practice.
Perspective Optometry is seeking a full-time Optometrist to join our boutique private practice in La Quinta, California. This is an excellent opportunity for an OD looking for strong work-life balance, mentorship, and the opportunity to expand into specialty contact lenses, myopia management, and the business side of private practice.
Whether you're a new graduate or an experienced doctor, you'll join a supportive team that values long-term relationships, quality patient care, and professional growth.
Location
La Quinta, CA
Located in the beautiful Coachella Valley, the practice serves patients throughout the Greater Palm Springs area in a modern, patient-focused office.
Schedule
Full-time position
One of the biggest perks of this role is the unique rotating schedule that provides four consecutive days off every other week.
Week 1
- Work: Monday, Tuesday, Friday, Saturday
- Off: Wednesday, Thursday, Sunday
Week 2
- Work: Wednesday, Thursday
- Off: Friday, Saturday, Sunday, Monday
This schedule provides excellent work-life balance while maintaining full-time hours.
Patient Care
- Approximately 16–20 patients per day
- Primarily comprehensive eye care with limited medical optometry
- Advanced medical cases referred to local ophthalmology specialists when appropriate
Opportunities to develop specialty skills include:
- Myopia management
- RGP contact lenses
- Scleral lenses
- Vision therapy
This is an excellent opportunity for an OD interested in expanding their clinical skillset beyond routine eye care.
Technology
The practice features two fully equipped exam lanes and modern diagnostic technology, including:
- Zeiss Humphrey Visual Field
- Topcon Maestro OCT
- Topcon Autorefractor
- Automated diagnostic equipment
- Electronic Health Records (EHR)
Compensation & BenefitsCompensation
- $125,000–$160,000 annually, based on experience, efficiency, and clinical proficiency
- Per diem option available
Benefits
- 401(k)
- Paid benefits package
- Paid Time Off
What Makes This Unique
- Four-day weekend every other week
- Boutique private practice with a loyal patient base
- Learn specialty contact lenses, including RGP and scleral lens fittings
- Gain experience in myopia management and vision therapy
- Mentorship from an owner invested in your professional growth
- Opportunity to learn the business side of private practice
- Long-term growth opportunity as the practice continues to expand
- Small team environment where your contributions make a meaningful impact
Requirements
- Active California Optometry License required
- Comfortable practicing comprehensive eye care
- Interest in specialty contact lenses and myopia management preferred
- Strong communication and computer skills
- New graduates and experienced ODs are encouraged to apply
If you're looking for more than just another associate position and want to develop specialty clinical skills while enjoying exceptional work-life balance, we'd love to hear from you. Apply today to learn more about joining Perspective Optometry.
Pay: $125,000.00 - $160,000.00 per year
License/Certification:
- Optometry License (Preferred)
Work Location: In person