Cape Optical in East Wareham, Massachusetts, is actively seeking an Associate Optometrist to join its trusted, highly rated South Shore practice, which has served the community for more than 25 years. The practice is looking for a professional who will thrive in a collaborative, high-performing, family-style environment where every voice matters. This opportunity offers the chance to make a tangible impact on a loyal patient base, contribute to a positive, and energized team, and help shape the future of a modern, forward-thinking private practice. Why join us? Cape Optical has been a trusted eye care provider in East Wareham and the South Shore community for more than 25 years, blending the roots of a long-standing, multi-generational practice with the energy of a growing, modern clinic. Since the current practice began in 2006, its mission has remained focused on delivering high-quality, affordable eye care and eyewear services through experienced professionals, advanced technology, and a deeply personalized patient experience. Its small, collaborative team, including an office manager/optician, technicians, an office assistant, and virtual support, create a close-knit, family-style environment where every voice matters, and positive energy shapes the patient experience. With a newly expanded office designed to support continued technological growth and specialty care, Cape Optical offers an opportunity to contribute to a forward-thinking private practice with strong community roots and room for future clinical growth. You’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including: Competitive, comprehensive compensation package Guaranteed base salary Structured Paid Time Off (PTO) Continuing education allowance Retirement plan options Professional attire and eyewear allowances What you'll do: As the newest Associate Optometrist you’ll provide full-scope, patient-centered care in a collaborative, close-knit practice environment, conducting comprehensive eye examinations, prescribing corrective lenses, fitting specialty contact lenses, and managing medical ocular conditions such as glaucoma and dry eye. Cape Optical’s advanced diagnostic suite, including Maestro 2 OCTA, RetEval ERG testing, high-resolution fundus photography, Olleyes VR visual fields, Icare, the ORA System, and Revolution EHR, supports efficient, data-driven care and a high-quality patient experience. This role offers 20–32 hours per week, with the option to start part time and grow toward a fuller schedule, and typically includes seeing 15–20 patients per day depending on the day of the week. Who you are: The ideal candidate holds a Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited institution, an active Massachusetts Optometry License with Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents certification and glaucoma treatment privileges, and an active Massachusetts Optometrist Controlled Substance Registration. You bring strong clinical judgment, accurate documentation habits, a clear understanding of healthcare compliance and HIPAA requirements, and a collaborative, relationship-driven approach to full-scope patient care. Cape Optical welcomes specialty interests or certifications, such as advanced dry eye management, myopia control, or specialty contact lens fitting, and is prepared to support an associate who communicates well with patients and team members, brings positive energy to a close-knit practice, and wants to grow clinical offerings while building a long-term future, including potential partnership or ownership opportunities. Why you'll love East Wareham: East Wareham offers the charm of a coastal New England community with easy access to the South Shore, Buzzards Bay, and Cape Cod. Known as part of Wareham’s “Cranberry Coast,” the area blends seaside scenery, local shops and restaurants, outdoor recreation, and a relaxed small-town feel—all without having to cross the Cape bridges. From nearby beaches and boating to cranberry bogs, conservation areas, and everyday conveniences close by, East Wareham provides a welcoming lifestyle for those who enjoy community, natural beauty, and coastal living. Minimum Qualifications: Optometry license in Massachusetts 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.  VSP Vision is an equal opportunity employer and gives consideration for employment to qualified applicants without regard to age, gender, race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability or protected veteran status. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. 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As a regular part of doing business, VSP Vision (“VSP”) collects many different types of personal information, including protected health information, about our audiences, including members, doctors, clients, brokers, business partners, and employees.  VSP Vision employees will have access to this sensitive personal information and are subject to follow Information Security and Privacy Policies. As the only not-for-profit eye health company in the U.S., we offer flexible doctor positions in five different settings, allowing you to build a rewarding career in eye care. Find the perfect fit, enabling you to improve people’s lives through better vision. With nearly 70 years in the eye health industry, we’re driven by compassion, care, and a shared mission to ensure everyone has access to quality vision care. When you join our global family of nearly 15,000 teammates, you’re stepping into a world where innovation meets impact. At VSP, we value collaboration, inclusion, and belonging, fostering an environment that’s as supportive as it is inspiring. Let’s work together to create a clearer, brighter future—one person at a time. Follow your heart to VSP! #VisionWithHeart

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