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Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO). * Licensure: Valid ... This can be your side job Perfect for someone who is retired This is a remote position.

Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO). * Licensure: Valid ... This can be your side job Perfect for someone who is retired

Education: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO). * Licensure: Valid ... This can be your side job Perfect for someone who is retired

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What is a retired doctor?

A retired doctor is a medical professional who has ended their active practice and is no longer providing medical care to patients. Many retired doctors have decades of experience and may choose to stay involved in the medical field through volunteering, teaching, or consulting. While they are no longer licensed to practice medicine, their expertise can still be valuable in advisory or educational roles. Retirement from medicine can also provide doctors with the opportunity to pursue personal interests or spend more time with family.

What types of consulting or part-time opportunities are available for retired doctors who want to stay engaged in the medical field?

Retired doctors often have the option to pursue consulting roles, such as advising healthcare organizations, mentoring younger physicians, or participating in medical review boards. Many also choose to work part-time in telemedicine or serve as expert witnesses in legal cases. These opportunities allow retired physicians to leverage their expertise while maintaining a flexible schedule, and can be a rewarding way to stay connected to the medical community.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a retired doctor, and why are they important?

As a Retired Doctor, maintaining a deep understanding of medical knowledge, clinical experience, and a valid medical degree are fundamental for any ongoing involvement in healthcare-related activities. Familiarity with current medical literature, healthcare regulations, and, if consulting or mentoring, tools like telemedicine platforms or continuing education certifications may be beneficial. Strong communication, mentorship abilities, and adaptability allow a retired doctor to effectively share expertise and guide others. These skills ensure continued positive impact in advisory, educational, or volunteer roles within the medical field.

What is the difference between Retired Doctor vs Medical Consultant?

AspectRetired DoctorMedical Consultant
CredentialsMedical degree, medical license, possibly specialty certificationMedical degree, specialty certification, often licensed
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, private practices (inactive post-retirement)Hospitals, clinics, healthcare organizations, consulting firms
Employer & Industry UsageMedical institutions, private practices (retired status)Healthcare organizations, pharmaceutical companies, legal firms

Retired Doctors have completed their medical careers and are no longer practicing medicine, often engaging in volunteer work or consulting. Medical Consultants, on the other hand, are active professionals providing expert advice in healthcare settings. While both roles require medical credentials, their work environments and active status differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Retired Doctor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% Locum Tenens, 2% As Needed, 79% Full Time, 16% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution.

Optometrist (Insight Vision) - Marion, IA

Marion, IA โ€ข On-site

Vision Service Plan
Insurance Servicesย โ€ขย 51 - 200 employees

Full-time

Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 23 days ago


Job description

Located in Marion, Iowa, Insight Vision provides their patients with professional eye care services in a comfortable and friendly environment. As a well-established business, the practice continues to grow, and a long-term opportunity is now available for the right Optometrist. If you're looking for a future partnership opportunity within a thriving practice, Insight Vision is where you want to be!
Why join us?
Insight Vision, established in 2001, is dedicated to enhancing and preserving the gift of sight by providing comprehensive, patient-focused eye care in a welcoming, family-friendly environment. The team combines outstanding customer service with advanced technology to offer thorough eye exams, personalized treatment plans, and a full spectrum of services, including routine exams, glasses, dry eye therapy, specialty contacts, and ocular disease management, ensuring that every patient receives high-quality care tailored to their unique needs, all under one roof. You would be taking the place of a recently retired doctor with a built-in patient base and your pay structure will be able to reflect that!
You'll enjoy a range of benefits, including:
  • No weekend hours
  • Paid time off
  • Retirement contribution options
  • A supportive team-driven environment
  • Modern equipment
  • Advanced tools to ensure top-tier patent care
  • Partnership opportunity

What you'll do:
As a full-time Optometrist at Insight Vision, you'll enjoy a dynamic and rewarding environment where each day brings new opportunities to care for a diverse patient base, from children to seniors. You'll use advanced technology, including OCT, Clarus Fundus Photography, Visual Field testing, autorefractor, corneal topography, pachymetry, and EHR, to perform comprehensive eye exams and specialized procedures. With a collaborative team and a supportive atmosphere, the OD team manages 40 to 60 patients per day, ensuring personalized, high-quality care while making a meaningful difference in each patient's life.
Who you are:
You're a compassionate, professional Optometrist with strong clinical skills and a genuine commitment to patient-centered care. The ideal candidate values building long-term relationships, prioritizes quality over volume, and is enthusiastic about practicing full-scope optometry, including areas like dry eye, glaucoma, and challenging contact lens fittings. If you are personable, committed to ongoing professional development, and truly passionate about providing outstanding patient care, you will thrive in this supportive, collaborative environment that prioritizes growth and values your contributions.
Why you'll love Marion:
Living in Marion, Iowa offers a wonderful blend of small-town warmth and the conveniences of modern life. Marion is a suburb of Cedar Rapids, with a metro area of approximately 25,000 residents and only 30 minutes from Iowa City and The University of Iowa! Residents enjoy a strong sense of community and local pride, making Marion a welcoming and peaceful place to call home. Families appreciate the excellent schools, beautiful parks, and a variety of recreational activities available throughout the year. Marion's vibrant downtown features unique shops, delicious eateries, and regular community events, ensuring there's always something to do. Whether you're exploring Marion's scenic trails, taking part in local festivals, or simply enjoying the city's friendly atmosphere, you'll find that life here is both fulfilling and well-balanced.
Minimum Qualifications:
  • Optometry license in the state of Iowa

Preferred Specialties:
  • Dry Eye, Glaucoma, Hard to fit contacts

Special Notice
This 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 Support
VSP 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.
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