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General Information

Location
Various Locations
1221 N. Highland Avenue
Aurora, Illinois
Care Delivery Brand
Advocate Health Care
Compensation
$151,648 - $151,648

Description & Requirements

Visionary Opportunity Awaits: Join us as an Optometrist at Advocate Health in Aurora, IL –-$151,648 Salary+!   

Join Aurora Health Care as an Optometry Physician in Aurora, IL—part of Advocate Health, one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the country. 

At Advocate Health, we’re committed to being a Best Place to Care—where physicians are empowered, heard, and equipped to do their best work. You’ll be part of a leading integrated system with a shared commitment to innovation, well-being, and the communities we serve. Whether you're seeking professional growth, meaningful impact, or a team that lifts you up—this is where it starts. 

Highlights

Competitive Compensation 

Salary Guarantee for 2 years at $151,648 -$151,648 and potential for additional earnings  

Sign-On Bonus Negotiable. 

Immediate Patient Engagement: Be part of a thriving practice with a strong referral base. Start with a full schedule, serving patients who are ready and waiting for your expertise.  

Work-Life Balance with a Flexible Schedule:  

Monday – Friday, 8am – 5pm  

Diverse Clinical Opportunities: Provide comprehensive eye care for all ages including medical optometry, post operative management, refractive services, routine eye exams and fitting soft and specialty contact lenses with room to further explore your own clinical interests

Collaborative Team-Centered Environment: Join a team that truly values collaboration, including both optometrists and ophthalmologists, creating a collegial, supportive atmosphere where your growth is encouraged

Fully Staffed Department: Benefit from excellent support including Ophthalmology techs, surgery scheduler, and dedicated clinic staff.

Access to Cutting Edge Technology: Benefit from advanced tools like OCT, Visual Field, Topographer, YAG laser, and on-site vision center to provide the best patient care.  

One Location: Practice in only one location with an Ambulatory Surgery Center (ASC) in the same building

Be part of an integrated nationally recognized organization with physician-led medical group and embedded service line

Leverage access to DAX Copilot, an AI-powered clinical documentation tool integrated with Epic, streamlining clinical workflows by generating draft patient notes for efficient review, editing, and signature

Experience an environment that provides safe and equitable care for all patients


Training and/or Experience Required
Doctorate Degree in Optometry 
IL licensure or ability to obtain
Benefits
  • Paid Time Off programs available for eligible positions
  • Comprehensive health and welfare benefits, including medical, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
  • Retirement benefits, including 401(k) options with employer contributions and access to financial wellness resources
  • Flexible spending accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
  • Family support benefits, which may include parental leave, adoption assistance, and surrogacy support
  • Educational assistance and professional development programs
  • Paid medical liability insurance 
  • Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowances
  • Relocation assistance

About Aurora, Illinois
Aurora, known as the "city of lights," is the second largest city in Illinois. Aurora is home to the ultimate shopping destination, Chicago Premium Outlets, and is at the area's epicenter of live entertainment. The historic Paramount Theatre provides world-class entertainment, including live dance, music and Broadway-caliber shows. The picturesque 30-acre RiverEdge Park is open year-round and is host to an array of seasonal top-name concerts, festivals and cultural events. Hollywood Casino Aurora is home to the largest poker venue in Illinois, along with top entertainment. For families, Aurora provides an array of educational and recreational opportunities. In Aurora, the spirit of innovation and tradition converge, inviting everyone to be a part of its dynamic story. Whether you're strolling along the riverbanks, enjoying a cultural performance, or savoring global cuisine, Aurora has it all.

About Advocate Health 

Advocate Health is one of the largest nonprofit integrated health systems in the United States, providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois, Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama, and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin. With Wake Forest University School of Medicine as our academic core, we are shaping the future of health care through innovation, research, education and compassionate care.

When you join Advocate Health, you’re joining a team that’s committed to being a Best Place to Care—where clinicians are heard, supported and empowered to focus on what matters most: caring for patients. This enterprise-wide initiative is grounded in listening to care teams, removing barriers to excellent care, and fostering well-being and connection. It reflects our purpose—from discovery to everyday moments, we’re redefining care - for you, for us, for all—and lives through our values: lifting each other up, leading with purpose, thinking boldly together and embracing change with optimism. Here, you’ll find not just a job, but a career with meaning, growth and impact—for all.

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