Optometrist

University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians) is a non-profit organization seeking driven individuals in both clinical and non-clinical areas to help transform health and medicine. Headquartered in Minneapolis, our organization employs more than 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers and 2,200 health professionals and staff throughout Minnesota and beyond. Join us on a mission to advance medicine. University of Minnesota Physicians seeks a full time Optometrist who will provide comprehensive eye care and neuro-ophthalmic consultations as part of the University of Minnesota’s Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences. Department practice sites are located on the University of Minnesota Twin Cities medical campus, as well as several community-based satellite clinics. The successful applicant will hold the status of adjunct assistant professor within the University of Minnesota Medical School. Practice Details: Provide comprehensive optometric care as part of a multi sub-specialty ophthalmology clinic Perform comprehensive eye examinations, diagnosing ocular disease and refractive error, prescribe corrective lenses and provide treatment including therapeutic drugs Provide consultations regarding neuro-ophthalmic disorders or concerns Participate in educational activities including work with optometry and medical students, ophthalmology residents, lecturing at department events, and possible research collaborations Practice site on University of Minnesota campus, as well as community-based satellite clinics Fully integrated Electronic Medical Record (EPIC) Support staff including ophthalmic assistants and technicians Full array of imaging tools including: OCT, visual field, topography, autorefractor, ERG, anterior segment and fundus photography, B-scan No weekend or overnight call coverage is required Qualifications: A qualified candidate will be a graduate of a Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree program Candidate must be licensed or have the ability to obtain Minnesota Board of Optometry licensure DPA/TPA Certification Ability to obtain and/or maintain DEA certification Residency in ocular disease or 5 years experience in OD/MD practice setting Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges Excellent written and verbal communication skills Detail oriented and self-motivated Preferred Qualifications: Experience with complex ocular and systemic disease and neuro-ophthalmic disorders Experience in urgent eye care Benefits: UMPhysicians offers competitive salary and excellent benefits and provides you with the opportunity to enhance your career in the exciting field of health care through rewarding and challenging assignments and the opportunities for advancement Financial support to cover the costs of licensure and credentialing as well as continuing education As a 501(c)(3) non-profit organization, employees may be eligible for certain federal loan payment/forgiveness programs. M Health and Clinical Partnerships: University of Minnesota Physicians providers practice at affiliated locations under the University of Minnesota Health (M Health) shared care delivery system. M Health represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health Services to create a nationally renowned academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system. Community Information: University of Minnesota Physicians is based in the beautiful Minneapolis-St. Paul metropolitan area, ranked as the #6 best place to live in America by U.S. News & World Report in 2019. For more information about the vibrant culture, community, and recreation that Minneapolis-St. Paul has to offer, please click on the links below. Greater Minneapolis – St. Paul Metropolitan Area U.S. News & World Report Ranking Explore Minnesota Minnesota Department of Education EEO/AA Employer/Vet/Disabled All qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to any lawfully protected status. M Physicians offers competitive salary and excellent benefits and provides you with the opportunity to enhance your career in the exciting field of health care through rewarding and challenging assignments and the opportunities for advancement.