Optometrist in Wilmington, North Carolina at Wilmington Eye

Wilmington Eye, PA

Category: OD - Employee

Location: Southeastern North Carolina 7 Practice Locations

Requirements:

• Doctor of Optometry Degree (current or graduating 2026)

• NC State Licensure (current or eligible to obtain)

Job Summary

Wilmington Eye is seeking an Optometrist to provide comprehensive medical and routine eye care to patients across our seven practice locations throughout Southeastern North Carolina. This position provides evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and management of a range of ocular conditions while also providing routine vision care, including eyeglass and contact lens prescriptions.

The Optometrist works collaboratively with ophthalmologists, clinical staff, and other members of the care team to provide high-quality, patient-centered care.

Wilmington Eye has served coastal North Carolina since 1975 and provides medical, surgical, and optical eye care through multiple locations throughout the region. Our practice includes ophthalmologists, optometrists, and other clinical professionals who work collaboratively to provide comprehensive patient care.

Compensation

Salary based on experience, with anticipated base compensation starting at $150,000. Additional earning opportunities include a production-based bonus.

Education, Experience, and Licensure

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry program required.

• Current or eligible North Carolina optometry licensure required.

• Minimum of five years of optometric experience preferred.

• Experience providing comprehensive medical and routine eye care preferred.

• Experience managing ocular disease, including glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy, preferred.

• Experience providing postoperative care and evaluating urgent or emergency eye conditions preferred.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive medical and routine eye examinations and evaluations.

• Diagnose, manage, and treat ocular conditions within the scope of optometric practice and applicable laws and regulations.

• Manage patients with ocular diseases and conditions, including glaucoma and diabetic retinopathy.

• Provide routine vision care, including eyeglass and contact lens prescriptions.

• Evaluate and manage urgent eye care needs and work-in patients as appropriate.

• Provide postoperative evaluation and care in coordination with ophthalmologists and other members of the care team.

• Educate patients regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, medications, follow-up care, and preventive eye health.

• Maintain accurate and complete patient records in accordance with organizational standards and applicable requirements.

• Collaborate with ophthalmologists, optometric staff, ophthalmic assistants, and other clinical team members to coordinate patient care.

• Refer patients to ophthalmology or other appropriate providers when additional evaluation or treatment is indicated.

• Maintain knowledge of current clinical standards, treatment approaches, and developments in optometry and ophthalmology.

• Participate in practice initiatives, meetings, and other activities that support quality patient care and organizational goals.

• Perform other related duties as assigned.

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Strong clinical assessment, diagnostic, and problem-solving skills.

• Ability to evaluate and manage a broad range of routine and medical eye conditions.

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to clearly explain diagnoses, treatment recommendations, and follow-up care to patients.

• Ability to establish effective and professional relationships with patients, physicians, and clinical staff.

• Strong attention to detail and commitment to accurate clinical documentation.

• Ability to work effectively in a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

• Ability to prioritize and manage multiple patient care responsibilities in a clinical setting.

• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR/EMR) systems and other applicable clinical technology.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality and security of patient information.

• Ability to exercise sound professional judgment and make appropriate clinical decisions within the scope of practice.

Clinical Environment and Resources

Wilmington Eye provides optometric and ophthalmic services supported by dedicated clinical staff and advanced diagnostic technology. Clinical resources may include optical coherence tomography (OCT), visual field testing, corneal topography, Pentacam imaging, digital retinal photography, and wide-field retinal imaging.

The practice includes ophthalmic surgical services in areas such as cataract, glaucoma, cornea, strabismus, and oculoplastic surgery, providing opportunities for collaboration and coordinated patient care.

Benefits

• Competitive base salary starting at approximately $150,000, with final compensation based on experience.

• Production-based bonus opportunities.

• Additional compensation for eligible postoperative care.

• Incentive opportunities related to optical sales.

• Professional liability/malpractice insurance.

• Health insurance coverage.

• Supplemental health plan options.

• Life and AD&D insurance.

• Long-term disability coverage.

• Vacation and sick leave.

• Paid holidays.

• Annual continuing education (CE) and professional licensure allowances.

• 401(k) plan.

Continuing Education and Professional Development

• The Optometrist is expected to maintain all required professional licensure and participate in continuing education activities necessary to remain current with applicable clinical standards, regulations, and developments in optometry and ophthalmology.

• Wilmington Eye supports professional development through continuing education and applicable licensure-related opportunities.

Physical and Work Requirements

The physical and work requirements described below represent the general requirements of the position. Reasonable accommodations may be provided to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Ability to communicate effectively with patients, physicians, clinical staff, and other individuals by telephone and other communication methods.

• Ability to remain seated and/or stand for extended periods as required by patient care responsibilities.

• Ability to work effectively in a clinical environment with varying noise and lighting conditions.

• Ability to use diagnostic and clinical equipment necessary to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Occasional bending, stooping, reaching, and lifting may be required based on clinical and operational needs.

• Ability to travel between practice locations as required by the position.

• Ability to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Wilmington Eye is an equal opportunity employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, pregnancy, childbirth or related medical conditions, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

Wilmington Eye is committed to providing reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities. Applicants and employees who require a reasonable accommodation to participate in the application process or perform the essential functions of the position may request an accommodation.