This Is More Than a Job

Most people who join the Boling Vision Center team will tell you the same thing: this place is different. The difference shows up in how team members treat each other, in how leadership engages with the people they lead, and in the quiet but consistent sense that the work being done here genuinely matters.

We have built something over 65 years that is rare in healthcare: a fully independent, family-led practice with the clinical depth of a major medical institution and the warmth and culture of a place that genuinely cares about its people. We are not a corporate chain. We are not a hospital system. We are a practice built on relationships, and those relationships extend to every member of our team.

If that sounds like the kind of place you want to build your career, we would love to hear from you.

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Why Work at Boling Vision Center?

There are a lot of places to build a career in eye care. What makes Boling Vision Center different is not any single thing but the combination of clinical depth, genuine culture, meaningful mission, and genuine investment in the people who show up every day to make it all work.

A Practice With Purpose

Boling Vision Center has been serving the families of Michiana since 1960, and the mission that drove our founding, compassionately serving our community with a state-of-the-art, personalized eye care experience, is as alive today as it was on day one. When you work here, you are not filling a role in a staffing model. You are contributing to a legacy that has shaped the vision and the lives of generations of Northern Indiana families.

Clinical Excellence at Every Level

Our practice offers the full spectrum of ophthalmic care, from comprehensive eye exams and optical services to advanced cataract surgery, vision correction, retinal treatment, glaucoma management, and complex corneal care. That breadth creates a clinical environment that is genuinely stimulating, where team members at every level have the opportunity to work alongside experienced surgeons, see complex and interesting cases, and develop skills that most practices simply cannot offer.

Technology That Sets the Standard

Boling Vision Center invests continuously in the diagnostic and surgical technology that keeps our clinical team at the forefront of the field. From advanced imaging systems and laser platforms to our on-site Joint Commission-certified INSIGHT Surgery Center and INFOCUS Optical Lab, the tools our team works with reflect our commitment to excellence in everything we do.

A Culture That Reflects Our Values

Integrity, compassion, and excellence are not words on a poster at Boling Vision Center. They are the daily standard against which every decision, every interaction, and every team member's contribution is measured. The culture here is warm, collaborative, and high-performing, a combination that is rarer than it should be and that our team members consistently identify as the thing they value most about working here.

Community That Goes Beyond the Clinic

At Boling Vision Center, giving back is not a program. It is part of how we practice. Through Kindness to Prevent Blindness, our nonprofit mobile eye care program that serves more than 20,000 students annually, and Operation Sight, our charitable cataract surgery program, team members have the opportunity to be part of something that extends the impact of their work far beyond the exam room. We believe vision is a right, not a privilege, and we live that belief every day.

Growth & Development

At Boling Vision Center, professional development is not a benefit offered on paper and rarely acted on. It is a living part of the culture, built into how we hire, how we lead, and how we invest in the people who choose to build their careers here.

  • Practice to the Top of Your License: At Boling Vision Center, team members are not asked to operate below their capabilities. We build roles and workflows that allow every person to contribute at the highest level, their training and credentials support, with the backing of a full team and the systems to make that possible.
  • Mentorship With Intention: One of the genuine differentiators of Boling Vision Center as a place to build a career is the depth of mentorship available. Whether you are a new graduate stepping into your first clinical role or an experienced professional looking to grow into leadership, the team around you here has the expertise and the investment in your development to help you get there. CEO Hayley Boling's nationally recognized work in leadership development, organizational culture, and team-based care creates an environment where professional growth is not left to chance. It is designed.
  • Learning That Never Stops: The eye care field evolves constantly, and Boling Vision Center invests in keeping our team's knowledge current. Continuing education support, exposure to new technologies and techniques, and the clinical diversity of a full-scope ophthalmology practice combine to create a learning environment that keeps work engaging and keeps careers moving forward.
  • A Path, Not Just a Position: We promote from within whenever possible and invest in identifying and developing the leadership potential in our team members. The people who lead Boling Vision Center today, in clinical, operational, and administrative roles, include many who began their careers here and grew into their current responsibilities because the practice invested in their development and gave them room to grow.
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Our Culture Work Hard, Play Hard

The culture at Boling Vision Center is one of the things team members talk about most when describing what it is like to work here, and it is one of the hardest things to fully capture in words because it is ultimately something you have to experience to understand.

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What Our Team Says

The most honest description of what it is like to work at Boling Vision Center comes from the people who do it every day. The words that come up most consistently are not the words of a marketing campaign. They are the natural vocabulary of a team that has found something worth staying for.

"We haven't just built a thriving practice. We've built a lasting legacy, 65 years strong and still shining bright."

"You'll go home knowing you delivered life-changing care with heart and purpose, that you grew in your skills and your sense of mission, and that you were part of a third-generation, legacy-level practice that's been a pillar of the community for over six decades. This isn't just where you work. This is where you belong."

"A team committed to growth, grit, and gratitude. A deeply rooted culture of integrity, compassion, and excellence."

A Team That Celebrates Together

High performance and genuine fun are not mutually exclusive at Boling Vision Center, and we work hard not to act like they are. We celebrate wins, mark milestones, and invest in the kind of team experiences that remind everyone why it matters to show up and do excellent work alongside people you genuinely like.

The People Make the Place

Ultimately, what makes Boling Vision Center what it is, is not the technology, the facilities, or the clinical capabilities, impressive as those are. It is the people. A team hired for their values, developed in their skills, supported through their challenges, and led by leadership that models the standard it expects. If you want to be part of that team, we would love to meet you.

Current Openings

Optometrist (OD) — Two Full-Time Positions

Boling Vision Center is actively seeking two exceptional optometrists to join our team as part of a planned succession transition. These are rare, career-defining opportunities to step into an established schedule, practice full-scope medical optometry alongside an experienced ophthalmology team, and grow into a role with meaningful long-term impact.

What the role offers:

  • Full-scope medical eye care, including pre- and post-operative co-management for cataract, LASIK, ICL, glaucoma, retina, and cornea
  • Advanced diagnostics and chronic disease management in a medically diverse setting
  • Dedicated scribes, technicians, and optical professionals so you can focus on the guest
  • Competitive compensation, bonus structure, and full benefits
  • Relocation support and continuing education allowance
  • Mentorship from experienced surgeons and clinical leaders
  • A community with a low cost of living and a high quality of life

What we are looking for:

  • A medically minded, purpose-driven optometrist
  • A collaborative team player who thrives in a positive, high-performing environment
  • Someone eager to learn, grow, and be mentored
  • Passion for clinical excellence and meaningful guest experiences
  • A commitment to the values of integrity, compassion, and excellence

To apply, submit your CV and a short introduction sharing why this role excites you to this form here.

How to Apply

Boling Vision Center is always accepting applications. We hire for attitude and train for skill. If you are amazing, or you want to be, we encourage you to apply.

To apply for any open position, please upload your résumé and cover letter using the form above. For questions about application status or open roles, please email [email protected].

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