Optometrist – MD/OD Private Practice Opportunity
Full-Time | Nolensville / Greater Nashville, TN

A growing MD/OD private practice group in the Nolensville / greater Nashville area is seeking a full-time Optometrist to join their team and help grow a high-potential, upper-end location.

This opportunity offers a medically oriented practice environment, strong support staff, modern diagnostic technology, and a positive culture that prioritizes work–life balance and long-term growth.

The role is designed as a long-term home-base position, with occasional opportunities to work at a nearby affiliated clinic.

📍 Location

Primary location:
– Nolensville / Greater Nashville, TN

Occasional coverage:
– Nearby affiliated clinic approximately 10–20 minutes away
The area offers a suburban lifestyle with convenient access to Nashville’s dining, entertainment, and cultural attractions.

🗓 Schedule & Flexibility
Full-time opportunity
Average ~22 patients per day
Patient volume may vary slightly depending on schedule, with technician support helping maintain an efficient workflow.

👁 Patient Care
Balanced mix of comprehensive and medical optometry.
Typical patient mix includes:
– ~50% comprehensive eye exams
– ~50% medical eye care

Medical services may include:
– Glaucoma management
– Dry eye treatment
– Medical eye disease evaluations
– Co-management with MDs

Opportunity to build and grow medical volume over time.

👥 Practice Environment
MD/OD private practice group (not corporate)

Practice setup includes:
– 2–3 exam lanes
– Dedicated tech room
– Contact lens room
– Optical dispensary
– Separate diagnostic testing areas

The group also operates an affiliated clinic located near Target that runs as an independent private practice and provides additional medical referral flow.

🧠 Technology
Modern diagnostic equipment including:
– OCT
– Corneal topography
– Visual fields
– Dry eye diagnostics and treatment tools
– Integrated EHR system

💰 Compensation & Benefits
Base salary depends on experience:

New Graduates
$130,000 – $135,000 base salary

Experienced ODs (2–3+ years)
$140,000 – $150,000 base salary

Additional compensation:
– Production incentive structure on top of base
– Experienced producers may reach $170,000 – $180,000+ total compensation

Benefits may include:
– PTO
– Continuing education support
– Additional benefits discussed directly with the practice

✅ Requirements
Doctor of Optometry from an accredited institution
Active or obtainable Tennessee Optometry license