Academic Optometrist - Sign-On Bonus, No Evenings

UMass Memorial Health; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 122,803 - 221,062; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive benefits package

Potential signing bonus

Work-life balance

Job summary

A premier health care system in Central Massachusetts is seeking a full-time Academic Optometrist to join their team in Worcester and Northborough. The role offers an excellent work-life balance with no evenings or weekends, and opportunities to mentor, lecture, and engage in research. Applicants must have a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree and be licensed or license-eligible in Massachusetts. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to the recruiter, with a strong emphasis on a supportive academic medical environment.

Qualifications

• Possess the ability to perform comprehensive eye exams and contact lens evaluations.
• Make autonomous clinical decisions.
• Licensed or license-eligible to practice in Massachusetts according to state law.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye exams and manage ocular diseases.
• Prescribe corrective lenses and treat conditions.
• Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams and ensure continuity of care.

Skills

Licensed (or license-eligible) to practice in Massachusetts

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Board certified or board eligible in optometry

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD) from an accredited program

Job description

A premier health care system in Central Massachusetts is seeking a full-time Academic Optometrist to join their team in Worcester and Northborough. The role offers an excellent work-life balance with no evenings or weekends, and opportunities to mentor, lecture, and engage in research. Applicants must have a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree and be licensed or license-eligible in Massachusetts. Interested candidates should submit a cover letter and CV to the recruiter, with a strong emphasis on a supportive academic medical environment.