Optometrist Opportunity – Coachella Valley, CA | $200K+ Proven Income Potential

Join the Premier Eye Care Team in Beautiful Palm Springs!

Milauskas Eye Institute, founded in 1980, is the leading ophthalmic practice in California’s Coachella Valley. With locations in Rancho Mirage, Palm Desert, and La Quinta, we’re known for our excellence in comprehensive eye care and advanced medical technology.

We’re seeking a Medical and Primary Care Optometrist who is passionate about providing top-quality patient care and ready to thrive in a dynamic, team-oriented environment.

Why Join Milauskas Eye Institute?

You’ll be part of a thriving, well-established group of 10 providers (5 MDs and 5 ODs) working in state-of-the-art facilities — including our own Ambulatory Surgery Center. Enjoy the opportunity to practice to the full scope of your license, with robust support for both medical and optical care.

This is a perfect role for an energetic, personable optometrist who enjoys collaboration, lifelong learning, and community engagement.

What You’ll Do

• Provide comprehensive primary eye care in modern offices with outstanding optical dispensaries.
• Diagnose, manage, and co-manage chronic and surgical eye conditions, partnering with fellowship-trained specialists in glaucoma, retina, refractive, and advanced anterior segment.
• Work a balanced schedule: Tuesday–Friday (8am–5pm) and Saturday (9am–3pm) — leaving your Mondays free for recreation or relaxation!

Why You’ll Love Living Here

Looking for sunshine, space, and work-life balance? The Coachella Valley offers an unbeatable quality of life.

• ⛳ Year-round golf with easy tee times at world-class courses
• 🌴 Affordable luxury living with lower cost of living than LA or San Diego
• ☀️ Active desert lifestyle—biking, hiking, swimming, tennis, and more
• 🏡 Excellent schools, beautiful neighborhoods, and easy access to Palm Springs’ culture and nightlife

Whether you’re relocating for career growth or a fresh start, this is the perfect blend of professional opportunity and personal enjoyment.

Compensation & Benefits

• Base salary: $175,000–$250,000 (CA Senate Bill 1162 pay range)
• Proven total income: $200K+ annually with productivity bonuses (optical + medical)
• $25,000 signing/relocation bonus
• Full benefits package: health, vision, dental, life insurance, and matching 401(k)
• Additional perks: CME stipend, licensure fees, malpractice insurance, generous PTO and more!

About Milauskas Eye Institute

As part of EyeCare Services Partners (ESP) — the nation’s leading vertically integrated ophthalmology platform — Milauskas Eye Institute offers the strength of a national network with the spirit of a local practice. ESP’s affiliated physicians and surgery centers serve patients across California, Colorado, Delaware, Florida, Illinois, Maryland, Virginia, and D.C., providing high-quality, patient-centered care.

Ready to Take the Next Step?

Contact Suzanne Richards
Director of Provider Talent Acquisition, EyeCare Services Partners Management
📧 Suzanne.richards@espmgmt.com
📱 214-202-9387 (call or text)