Optometrist (O.D.) — Associate | Bluebird Vision + Wellness | Blackfoot, Idaho
A practice with room to grow, and a place to belong.
For 17 years, Bluebird Vision + Wellness has cared for families in Blackfoot, Idaho — often across generations. Along the way we've built something we're proud of: a practice grounded in real relationships, a team that supports each other, and patients who trust us with their vision and their health.
We're looking for an associate OD to join us. If you value the kind of practice where your patients know your name, your team has your back, and the work feels meaningful, this may be the right fit.
New graduates and experienced ODs are equally welcome.
What You'll Actually Be Doing:
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Providing comprehensive primary eye care for a loyal, established patient base — families, professionals, and patients who value their long-term vision health.
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Practicing alongside an experienced OD-owner and an existing associate, with full access to cutting-edge diagnostic and treatment technology.
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Developing clinical depth in specialty areas: dry eye treatment (RF + IPL), myopia control, specialty contact lenses, and advanced medical eye care.
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Enjoying a clean Monday–Friday schedule with no weekends.
The Technology Is Real:
We've invested in tools that let you practice at the top of your license:
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Optos ultra-widefield retinal imaging.
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Optical Coherence Tomography (OCT).
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Corneal topography and meibography.
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Radiofrequency and IPL for dry eye treatment.
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Cloud-based EHR for efficient, modern documentation.
Compensation & Benefits:
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19% of production with a guaranteed base of $100,000–$120,000 (commensurate with experience). For context: an associate producing $700K in annual collections earns ~$133K. At $800K, ~$152K. Our patient base, technology, and specialty services are built to support strong production from day one.
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IRA with employer matching.
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Annual continuing education allowance.
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Professional liability insurance covered.
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Idaho state licensing fees covered.
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Mentorship from an OD-owner with 17 years of practice ownership experience.
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A practice culture where your input actually matters.
Who We're Looking For:
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O.D. degree required; current Idaho licensure or ability to obtain.
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New grads and experienced ODs both welcome and encouraged to apply.
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Patient-centered, strong communicator, collaborative — someone who wants to grow, not just clock in.
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Willing to relocate to Blackfoot or the greater Southeast Idaho area.
Why Blackfoot, Idaho?
The kind of life people in metro markets save up for — you live every day.
Bluebird sits in the heart of Southeast Idaho, a region where outdoor adventure is the backdrop, not the vacation. Yellowstone is a 2-3 hour drive. The Tetons are 3-4. The Snake River runs through town. World-class fishing, skiing at Pebble Creek and Grand Targhee, hiking, mountain biking, and hunting are all within reach — most of it within an hour of your front door.
Blackfoot itself is a tight-knit community with excellent schools, low cost of living, and the kind of pace that lets you actually be present with your family. Idaho Falls is 30 minutes away when you want bigger-city dining, shopping, or entertainment. Pocatello and Salt Lake are easy day trips. Boise is a quick flight.
Southeast Idaho is also one of the fastest-growing regions in the state — 15-20% projected population growth — which means a growing patient base, a growing economy, and a community that's investing in itself.
You can build a meaningful career here. You can also build a life worth coming home to.
Ready to Talk?
