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How much do optometry private practice jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 11, 2026, the average yearly pay for optometry private practice in the United States is $124,213.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Optometry Private Practice vs Optometry Associate?

AspectOptometry Private PracticeOptometry Associate
CredentialsDoctor of Optometry (OD)Doctor of Optometry (OD)
Work EnvironmentOwn practice, independent settingEmployed by an established practice
Employer & Industry UsageSelf-employed or ownerPart of a larger practice or clinic
Work ResponsibilitiesPatient care, business management, marketingPatient care under supervision, assisting with exams

Optometry Private Practice involves owning or managing your own clinic, handling both clinical and business aspects. An Optometry Associate works within an existing practice, focusing primarily on patient care under supervision. Both roles require an OD credential, but the key difference lies in ownership and independence versus employment within a team.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an optometry private practice owner, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Optometry Private Practice owner, you need a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree, a valid state license, and in-depth knowledge of eye care and vision correction. Familiarity with electronic health records (EHR), diagnostic equipment like autorefractors and OCT, and practice management software is essential. Strong interpersonal skills, business acumen, and leadership abilities help build patient trust and effectively manage staff and operations. These competencies are vital for delivering quality care, ensuring regulatory compliance, and growing a successful, patient-centered practice.

What are some typical challenges faced when managing both clinical and business responsibilities in a private optometry practice?

In a private optometry practice, professionals often balance providing excellent patient care with managing the business aspects of the practice. This includes tasks like scheduling, billing, inventory management, and marketing, which can be demanding alongside clinical duties. Time management and effective delegation are key to handling these challenges. Many optometrists find it helpful to use practice management software and to hire skilled staff to support administrative functions, allowing them to focus more on patient care while ensuring the business runs smoothly.

What is an optometry private practice?

An optometry private practice is a healthcare business owned and operated by a licensed optometrist who provides eye care services directly to patients. These services often include comprehensive eye exams, vision correction, diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases, and prescription of glasses or contact lenses. Unlike corporate or retail settings, private practices are typically independently managed, allowing for more personalized patient care and flexibility in services offered. Many optometrists choose private practice to build long-term patient relationships and have greater control over their professional environment.
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Optometrist- Full-Time- Private Practice- Tucson, AZ

Private practice

Tucson, AZ • On-site

Full-time

Re-posted 22 days ago

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Optometrist- Full-Time- Private Practice- Tucson, AZ


About the Practice

We are a rapidly growing community of wholly-owned Optical Retail shops that practice Full-Scope Optometry adjacent to a well-run Dispensary. We are building a collection of top small local Optical Retail businesses. The core purpose that unifies all of our Doctors and Associates is to improve the health of our community by helping our neighbors see better and look their best, one patient at a time. We are assembling an all-star team of experienced industry professionals to help build the best place to work, shop, invest, and have an outstanding patient experience.

About the Optometrist Position

The optometrist will conduct eye exams and strive to practice to the full capacity of their license. We are seeking someone who will support practice growth by establishing patient relationships and educating patients on eye care. As a member on our team, putting patients first is essential to providing the best experience we can! Our ideal candidate will be entrepreneurial, collaborative, focused, adaptable, accountable, and resilient.  As an optometrist in our practice, you will be expected to: 

  • Conduct Eye exams
  • Establish long term patient relationships through proper patient care and education
  • Perform verbal interview with patient prior to exam to determine health & ocular history, medical issues, reasons for their visit as well their visual wants and needs
  • Instruct, recommend & advise patients as to their options for remediation of ametropias, systemic and ocular disease
  • Perform vision tests and analyze results
  • Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and medications
  • Recommend or provide treatments such as vision therapy or low-vision rehabilitation (brand specific) 
  • Provide pre/post-operative care to patients undergoing eye surgery
  • Communicate with the opticians & other salespeople for recommendations on the best possible lenses

Compensation & Benefits

We reward our doctors well and will provide a competitive salary, commensurate with experience.

Optometrist Requirements

  • Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) Degree
  • Valid AZ state license to practice optometry
  • Strong communication skills

If working alongside a practice that is ready to take the next step forward sounds like a good opportunity to you, apply here through Eyes On Eyecare!

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