Location: Mt. Pleasant, Iowa / Southeast Iowa
Sign-On/Relocation Bonus: $10,000
Schedule: 4-day workweek (Monday–Thursday) — no nights or weekends
About American Eyecare
At American Eyecare, people come first — both our patients and our team. Founded on a tradition of quality care and professional excellence, our group of four private practices across Southeast Iowa continues to grow by focusing on what truly matters: personalized service, advanced technology, and a culture of collaboration and respect.
We provide a full scope of optometric care, including comprehensive eye exams, contact lens services, myopia management, glaucoma and dry eye treatment, and pre-/post-operative care. Each location is equipped with the latest diagnostic tools, enabling our doctors to deliver exceptional medical optometry while maintaining efficiency and comfort for patients.
We’re also home to the American Eyecare Med Spa, offering Intense Pulsed Light (IPL) therapy, Low-Level Light Therapy (LLLT), and Botox® treatments — giving you the opportunity to practice at the intersection of medical eye care and aesthetics.
Why You’ll Love Working Here
- Established, independent private practice with strong community roots and ongoing growth.
- Collaborative environment that values your autonomy, ideas, and professional judgment.
- 40% medical optometry — practice full-scope care using the latest diagnostic technology.
- Support for continuing education, innovation, and leadership development.
- 4-day workweek for genuine work–life balance.
- Future ownership and buy-in opportunities available for doctors interested in long-term partnership.
Your Role
We’re seeking a compassionate, motivated Optometrist to join our team. The ideal candidate is clinically confident, patient-focused, and excited to grow with a practice that supports personal and professional advancement.
Key Responsibilities:
- Perform comprehensive eye and vision exams.
- Diagnose and manage ocular diseases such as glaucoma and dry eye.
- Prescribe corrective lenses and fit specialty contacts.
- Provide pre- and post-operative care for surgical patients.
- Counsel and educate patients on maintaining lifelong eye health.
- Maintain accurate documentation and uphold clinical best practices.
What We Offer
Compensation:
- Base salary starting at $120,000 plus incentive compensation based on personal production
- $10,000 sign-on / relocation bonus
Benefits:
- Vision and dental insurance
- Retirement plan
- Paid vacation
- Malpractice coverage
- Licensing and CE reimbursement
- 4-day workweek — enjoy three-day weekends every week!
- Pathway to ownership/buy-in for long-term associates
About Southeast Iowa
Southeast Iowa offers a high quality of life, blending friendly small-town living with easy access to larger cities. Our communities in Keokuk, Fort Madison, Mount Pleasant, and Burlington feature excellent schools, affordable housing, and a strong sense of community.
You’ll find local festivals, farmers markets, hiking trails, and river recreation along the Mississippi — plus convenient access to Iowa City, the Quad Cities, and St. Louis. It’s an ideal region to build both your career and your life.
See Your Future Clearly
If you’re seeking a practice that values your expertise, encourages your growth, and offers a true path to ownership, we’d love to connect.
Join American Eyecare — where patient care, teamwork, and professional excellence come together.
