Description
Thurmond Eye Associates is seeking a full-time Optometrist to join our collaborative team of dedicated eye care professionals. This is an outstanding opportunity to step into a thriving medical optometry practice with a strong patient base and long-standing reputation for excellence.
For more than 60 years, Thurmond Eye Associates has been the premier provider of ophthalmic and optical services throughout the Rio Grande Valley. Our doctors practice in a supportive, team-based environment alongside experienced ophthalmologists and fellow optometrists, with access to advanced diagnostic technology and robust clinical resources. We are known for delivering patient-centered care, fostering professional growth, and creating a workplace where providers feel valued and supported.
Why Join Us?
Comprehensive, Multi-Specialty Practice 7 Board-Certified Ophthalmologists, including 2 Retina Specialists
5 Experienced Optometrists
7 Clinic Locations – Each with an On-Site Optical Department
Full-Service Grinding Lab
Raider Surgical Center – A state-of-the-art ASC (opened in 2017)
Compensation & Benefits:
Competitive Base Salary + Productivity Bonuses
Signing Bonus & Relocation Assistance
Healthcare Benefits & 401(k)
Generous Paid Time Off – Vacation, Sick Days, Personal Days, CME, and Holidays
CME Allowance + Paid Membership Dues
Employer-Paid Texas Medical License, DEA, Malpractice, and Credentialing Fees
Student Loan Repayment
Why the Rio Grande Valley?
Ranked #3 Safest City in the U.S. (SmartAsset.com)
Affordable Cost of Living & No State Income Tax
Mild Winters, Tropical Breezes, and a Vibrant Community
U.S. News & World Report: #137 Best Places to Live, #117 Best Places to Retire
Thriving Economy – A major hub for healthcare, international trade, and tourism
Who Should Apply?
Active Texas OD License (or ability to obtain one)
New graduates and experienced ODs welcome!
If you're ready to advance your career with a well-established, high-volume practice in one of Texas’ most dynamic cities, we’d love to hear from you!
Contact: Miranda Jade Jones | MJ LinkedIn | 801-656-8869 | Miranda.Jones@ascendvisionparntners.com
Requirements
Who Should Apply?
Active Texas OD License (or ability to obtain one)
New graduates and experienced ODs welcome!
Requirements
A Day in the Life — OD at Thurmond Eye Associates
Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM
Team Support
Each OD is supported by 1 bilingual scribe + 3 techs
Up to 25 patients per half-day session
Shared access to specialty testing equipment keeps clinic flow smooth
Types of Patient Care
Post-operative care
Routine refractive exams and contact lenses
Medical cases and urgent visits
Every day brings variety and keeps things exciting clinically.
Call (Without the Chaos)
Primary call: 1 week at a time, around 6–7 times annually
No hospital call
Full support from our MD colleagues
In short:
It’s meaningful work in a collaborative, growth-focused environment — with the space to practice at the top of your license and still have a life outside the clinic.
