Optometrist - Rockford/Belvedere, Illinois

Optometrist – Rockford & Belvidere, IL

Position Overview Are you looking for a role where you can do meaningful work, grow professionally, and enjoy a healthy work-life balance? Do you value patient-centered care, modern technology, and a collaborative team environment? This is a fantastic opportunity for a full-time Optometrist to join a thriving primary care practice serving our established clinical community in the Rockford and Belvidere, IL area. This unique role encourages and supports doctors to practice medically and specialize their practice if desired, offering the professional freedom to shape your clinical path within a growing company.

Location This opportunity is based in Northern Illinois, serving the neighboring communities of Rockford and Belvidere. Known as the "Forest City," Rockford is the regional economic and cultural anchor of the Rock River Valley, offering an affordable cost of living, safe neighborhoods, and outstanding green spaces, including the world-renowned Anderson Japanese Gardens, Klehm Arboretum, and Rock Cut State Park. Belvidere, situated just minutes to the east in Boone County, perfectly complements the region with its historic downtown charm, close-knit community feel, and picturesque parks along the Kishwaukee River. With easy connectivity along I-90 and US-20, the region offers the comfort and affordability of Northern Illinois living with convenient access to Chicago, Madison, and Milwaukee.

Organization Overview Our practice group is a leader in primary care, committed to a model that empowers doctors to practice as they see fit. We believe that providers should be free to focus on exemplary patient care, which is why we provide comprehensive ancillary business support—including billing and patient pre-screening. The practice environment is energetic and supportive, designed for a clinician who wants to manage a diverse patient base from pediatrics to geriatrics. By removing administrative burdens, we ensure you have the infrastructure needed to focus on clinical excellence and patient outcomes in a stable and respected practice.

What You'll Be Working On

• Providing full-scope primary care optometry to patients from pediatrics to geriatrics across the regional community.
• Practicing medically with the support to specialize your practice based on your clinical interests.
• Utilizing modern technology and a supportive staff to deliver personalized eye care.
• Focusing on clinical excellence while utilizing provided patient pre-screening and technical support.
• Contributing to a practice culture that values professional autonomy, growth, and teamwork.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry school.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Optometrist in Illinois.
• Strong clinical skills and a passion for medical-based optometry.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with an experienced support staff.
• Ability to thrive in a growing, patient-focused primary care environment across local practice sites.

What's In It For You

• Total Compensation: $145,000 – $165,000 base salary (negotiable based on experience).
• Financial Incentives: Retention bonus and an incentive compensation plan.
• Student Support: Student loan reimbursement programs.
• Health & Retirement: Comprehensive health benefits and a retirement plan.
• Work-Life Balance: Generous Paid Time Off (PTO).
• Professional Growth: CE reimbursement and a supportive environment for specialization.

Equal Opportunity Employer Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.