Optometrist (Nova Eye Care Center) - Alexandria, VA

Nova Eye Care Center in Alexandria, Virgina is seeking an Associate Optometrist to join a dedicated team committed to delivering exceptional, personalized care and enhancing the gift of sight. As the patient base continues to expand, the practice is looking for a third optometrist who values teamwork, long-term relationships, and shows genuine investment in the success of the office, with the potential to transition into ownership as the current owner plans for retirement in the next 10 to 15 years. The position offers a welcoming, growth-oriented culture where new team members are encouraged to help shape the future of the practice while making a meaningful difference in patients' lives every day. Why join us? Since 2008, Nova Eye Care Center has remained committed to providing high-quality, individualized eye care, with a particular focus on medical services such as dry eye disease management, specialty contact lens fittings, myopia control, and advanced optometric laser procedures, including YAG capsulotomy, SLT, and LPI. The practice's patient-centered philosophy is reflected in its dedication to building enduring relationships and delivering outstanding customer service. Nova Eye Care Center takes pride in maintaining a supportive, team-based atmosphere where every staff member is treated like family, encouraging collaboration, mutual respect, and open communication to promote smooth office operations and exemplary patient care. What you'll do: As an Associate Optometrist at Nova Eye Care Center, you'll practice full-scope optometry, including routine eye exams, disease management, refractive surgery co-management, and specialty contact lens fittings. Each day brings variety, as you care for a diverse range of patients with an average of 20 patients per day. You'll utilize advanced technologies like EMR, auto-refractor, visual field testing, fundus photography, OCT, topography, and lasers for SLT, YAG, and LPI procedures, ensuring accurate diagnostics and personalized treatment. Collaborating with a dedicated team, you'll deliver compassionate, high-quality care that positively impacts patients' lives. Who you are: You are a passionate and dedicated optometrist with a strong background in medical eye care and laser procedures, committed to enhancing the vision health of the community. Confident in treating patients of all ages and visual needs, you thrive in collaborative environments, working seamlessly with fellow professionals to deliver exceptional care. Your dedication to continuous learning, outstanding communication skills, and genuine desire to make a meaningful impact play a vital role in fostering a positive work culture and contributing to the ongoing growth and success of the practice. Why you'll love Alexandria: Living in Alexandria offers a vibrant and rewarding experience that beautifully blends historic charm with modern convenience. Known for its picturesque Old Town, cobblestone streets, and waterfront views along the Potomac River, Alexandria provides a welcoming community atmosphere. Families appreciate the city's excellent schools, abundant parks, and diverse recreation options, while its rich cultural heritage and lively arts scene offer endless opportunities for exploration. Residents enjoy easy access to unique shops, acclaimed restaurants, and local cafes, as well as proximity to Washington, D.C. for even more amenities and events. Whether you're taking part in one of Alexandria's many community festivals, strolling through historic neighborhoods, or enjoying the natural beauty of nearby trails and green spaces, calling Alexandria home means embracing a fulfilling and well-rounded lifestyle. You'll enjoy a range of benefits, including: Competitive compensation package Health insurance 401k match and profit Sharing Paid vacation Continuing education support Mentorship and career growth opportunities Minimum Qualifications: Virginia TPA Optometry License Special Notice This is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies. VSP Vision is helping Premier Program Providers 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. Career Support VSP Network Practices benefit from access to dedicated VSP recruiters to help them find qualified Optometrists. VSP 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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Created: 2026-03-04