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#51925: Optometrist – Full-Time

Buffalo, NY

Posted: 05/15/2026 Employment Type: Full-Time Job Category: Clinical Job Number: 51925 Pay Rate: $75-80/hour

Job Description

Med-Scribe recruits top-notch candidates for excellent opportunities within the healthcare field! 

Full-Time | Patient-Centered Practice | $75-80/hour / Direct Hire

Ready to love what you do again? We’re partnering with a growing, optometry-led practice in Buffalo that’s redefining patient-centered eye care and they’re looking for a full-time Optometrist to join their team.

This is the perfect role for a doctor who wants work-life balance, a collaborative team, and a low-stress environment without sacrificing professional growth. You’ll have access to state-of-the-art diagnostic technology and a team that truly values quality care over quotas.

Key Selling Points for Candidates:

  • Competitive Compensation: We offer a competitive base salary, benefits, and a production bonus
  • Medically-Oriented Environment: We provide a medically-focused Optometric environment, which sets us apart from commercial competitors.
  • Private Practice Advantages with Support: Candidate benefit from a private practice setting combined with the collegiality and support of eight collaborating optometrists within the client’s network in the Buffalo market. This is an excellent advantage for young graduates looking to rapidly advance their clinical skills.

Opportunity for recent Graduates (Prior to Licensure):

We also offer a unique “Optometric Tech” position for recent Optometric graduates. This allows then to work side-by-side with a licenses Optometrist, honing their skills while earning an income during the two-month period between graduation and receiving their NYS licensure.

Schedule: Full-time (Buffalo)

  • Offices open Monday – Friday, 8:30am–7pm. Flexible scheduling options available for the successful candidate, offering either a 32 or 40- hour work week. 

Compensation & Benefits:

  • Hourly Rate: $75-80/hour
  • Sign on bonus (10% of base pay)
  • Professional liability insurance
  • Medical benefits
  • 401/K retirement plan
  • Paid holiday 

Why You’ll Love This Role:

  • No corporate pressure; patient care comes first
  • Supportive team and positive practice culture
  • Modern equipment + efficient work flow.
  • A great long-term fit for anyone building their career in optometry while keeping balance

Patient Load: Approx. 20–21 patients/day (3 exams/hour + follow-ups for medical/contact lens cases) with technician provided.

If you're passionate about helping patients see their best and want to work with a practice that sees you, we’d love to connect.

Job Requirements

  • Doctorate in Optometry (OD).
  • New graduates will be considered.
  • Must be licensed to practice in New York State (NYS).

Additional Information

This is an excellent opportunity for an Optometrist who values clinical autonomy, a balanced schedule, and being part of a collaborative care team. Join a practice that places optometry at the core of its mission.

If you meet the qualifications and are interested in this position, please submit an online application, referencing the job number 51925

Med-Scribe, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

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