Job Description

Andrew Stone Optometry in Columbia, Missouri is seeking an Optometrist who wants to practice modern medical eye care in a growing, technology-driven environment. This position begins part-time with a clear path to full-time as patient demand continues to expand.

With a flexible four-day workweek and a strong support team, this is an opportunity to build your patient base, develop clinical interests, and grow within a practice that is actively investing in advanced care and long-term expansion.

Why Join Us?

Founded in 2007, Andrew Stone Optometry has built a reputation as a regional leader in comprehensive and medical eye care. The practice blends advanced diagnostics, modern treatment options, and a boutique optical experience to deliver highly personalized care.

What sets this opportunity apart:

• Established dry eye clinic with advanced treatment options and growing demand
• Strong focus on medical optometry, including glaucoma, macular degeneration, and retinal care
• Expanding myopia management program with multiple treatment modalities
• State-of-the-art technology including OCT, visual field, corneal imaging, and advanced diagnostics
• Efficient, technician-driven workflow that allows doctors to focus on patient care
• Curated optical offering premium eyewear and customized solutions
• Clear path for growth into a full-time role and future leadership opportunities

The practice continues to invest in technology, services, and team development, creating an environment where providers can build a meaningful and sustainable career.

What You'll Do:

As an Optometrist at Andrew Stone Optometry, you will provide a mix of comprehensive and medical eye care, including:

• Performing routine and medical eye exams
• Diagnosing and managing ocular disease
• Treating dry eye and ocular surface conditions
• Interpreting advanced diagnostic testing including OCT, visual field, and corneal imaging
• Prescribing glasses and contact lenses, including specialty lenses when appropriate
• Educating patients and building long-term relationships
• Collaborating closely with trained technicians to maintain an efficient clinical flow

This position offers approximately 20 hours per week with a typical schedule of around 16 patients per day.

Who You Are:

The ideal candidate is:

• Comfortable with both routine and medical optometry
• Interested in or open to developing skills in dry eye, myopia management, or specialty lenses
• A strong communicator who builds trust with patients
• Team-oriented and values an efficient, well-supported workflow
• Looking for a long-term opportunity with room to grow

Both new graduates and experienced optometrists are encouraged to apply.

Why You'll Love Columbia:

Columbia, Missouri offers a unique balance of professional opportunity and quality of life. As home to the University of Missouri, the city features a vibrant culture, strong schools, excellent dining, and abundant outdoor recreation including the MKT Trail and nearby nature areas.

It is an ideal location for individuals and families seeking a welcoming community with access to both urban amenities and outdoor lifestyle.

Benefits

• Flexible 3 to 4 day workweek
• QSEHRA health reimbursement benefit
• Dental insurance
• Paid time off
• Continuing education allowance with paid CE days and travel support
• Malpractice insurance coverage
• Childcare allowance through employer-sponsored Section 45F program
• Vision care and materials allowance
• State license fees covered
• Professional association dues covered
• Retirement plan with employer participation
• Performance-based bonus opportunities
• Long-term growth and leadership opportunities

Minimum Qualifications:

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry school
• Active Missouri license or ability to obtain licensure prior to start date
• Strong clinical skills in comprehensive and medical eye care
• Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment
• Commitment to high-quality patient care

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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