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Primary Eye Care Associates in Chicago, Illinois, is seeking an ambitious Optometrist who is excited to grow within a performance-based practice environment and be rewarded for their impact. While the practice offers a competitive base salary and benefits, this opportunity is designed for a motivated provider who wants to be treated like a true partner, contribute to the continued success of the practice, and benefit from uncapped earning potential that can help support both professional goals and personal financial priorities, including student loan repayment.Why join us?Established in 1996, Primary Eye Care Associates is a thriving, patient-centered practice dedicated to providing state-of-the-art eye care in a warm and welcoming environment where patients’ needs come first. The practice offers a broad range of advanced clinical services, including scleral lens and keratoconus care, glaucoma and AMD retina management, dry eye treatments, myopia management, neuro lens, vision therapy, low vision care, surgical co-management, and continuing education opportunities for local ODs. With a 5,000-square-foot clinic, five exam lanes, two floors of eyewear gallery space, technician-driven exams, ongoing training, and a daily patient volume of approximately 25 to 30 patients, this is an exciting opportunity to join a growing practice focused on clinical excellence, operational efficiency, faster eyewear turnaround, and expanded access for the community.What you'll do:As a Clinical Associate Director, you’ll provide comprehensive eye health and vision examinations for a diverse patient population while supporting the management and continued growth of the eye care team. You’ll work with advanced technology, including autophoropters, Optos, MPOD testing, digital slit lamp photography, LLLT, LipiFlow, Rinsada, BlephEx, OCT, virtual visual field, virtual Neurolens, axial length measurement, an on-site lab, and virtual frame try-on tools. In this role, you’ll also collaborate with drug, equipment, and contact lens representatives, participate in education and training, help develop systems that improve patient triage and team efficiency, support outreach to local optical and medical clinics, and contribute to social media and marketing efforts. This opportunity offers flexibility, with 20 to 40 hours per week and part-time options available.Who you are:You’re a passionate and dedicated Doctor of Optometry with a strong commitment to providing exceptional eye care and improving the vision health of the community. The ideal candidate is confident in the treatment and management of ocular disease, including retina care, and is comfortable caring for a diverse patient population with a wide range of visual needs and age groups. Five years of experience, multilingual abilities, strong computer and social media skills, and public speaking experience are preferred but not required. You’re enthusiastic about staying current with advancements in optometry, developing personalized treatment plans, and working collaboratively with opticians, technicians, and administrative staff to deliver seamless patient care, support a positive team culture, and contribute to the continued growth and success of the practice.Why you'll love Chicago:Living in Chicago offers the perfect blend of big-city energy, neighborhood charm, and everyday convenience. Known for its stunning architecture, vibrant food scene, lakefront views, and rich arts and culture, Chicago gives residents countless ways to explore, connect, and unwind. From walking or biking along Lake Michigan to enjoying local restaurants, museums, parks, festivals, and professional sports, there’s always something new to experience. With diverse neighborhoods, accessible public transportation, and a welcoming Midwestern spirit, Chicago is an exciting place to build both a career and a life.You’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including:Production bonusMedical insuranceMalpractice credentialingContinuing education allowancePartnership opportunityMinimum Qualifications:Optometry license in IllinoisSpecial NoticeThis is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies. VSP Vision is helping PECAA Max Members recruit qualified applicants for their private practices. VSP Vision is not acting as a job placement agency or staffing firm. Applicants are not guaranteed a job interview or job offer. The hiring decision and acceptance of this position is solely between the hiring practice and the applicant. The above information in this description was provided by the hiring practice. It has been designated to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this role. It is not designed to contain , or be interpreted as, comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of employees hired in this role.VSP Vision OD Recruitment SupportVSP Network Practices who are PECAA Max members in good standing benefit from access to dedicated VSP Vision recruiters to help them find qualified Optometrists. VSP Vision is not an employment agency and does not guarantee the placement of any practice professionals. The practice shall have sole responsibility for all decisions in the hiring process including interviewing and hiring of practice professionals. VSP Network Practices also benefit from access to other hiring related resources, including free job listings on the VSP Vision Optometry Career Site, which is linked to over 300 career sites.VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status . 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