Eye Care NP — Competitive Pay & Free Eyeglasses

Physicians Eye Care Group; Gallup (NM); On-site; USD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Free eyeglasses and discounts for F&F

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Physicians Eyecare Group in Farmington, NM is seeking a compassionate Certified Nurse Practitioner to join our eye care team. In this role you will provide comprehensive eye care services, perform full ocular assessments, and deliver integrative optometric care within a multidisciplinary setting.

The NP must hold an active NM license, have DEA registration, and an MSN or DNP, with a minimum of two years of NP experience in primary care or ophthalmology.

Qualifications

• Active, unrestricted Nurse Practitioner license issued by the New Mexico Board of Nursing.
• Current DEA registration or eligibility to obtain one in New Mexico.
• Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) or Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP) from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical NP experience; experience in primary care, ophthalmology, or integrative medicine strongly preferred.
• Strong proficiency with EHR/EMR systems and clinical documentation.
• Excellent interpersonal, communication, and patient education skills.

Responsibilities

• Perform comprehensive eye exams including visual acuity testing, refraction assessments, and anterior/posterior segment evaluations.
• Diagnose and manage common ocular conditions including dry eye syndrome, conjunctivitis, blepharitis, glaucoma (co-management), and diabetic eye disease.
• Co-manage pre- and post-operative care for patients undergoing cataract surgery, LASIK, and other ophthalmic procedures.
• Order diagnostic imaging and ocular testing (e.g., OCT, visual fields, fundus photography).
• Refer patients to ophthalmologists or specialists when clinical findings exceed NP scope or require surgical intervention.
• Maintain accurate, complete, and timely clinical documentation in the electronic health record (EHR) system.
• Participate in quality improvement initiatives, patient safety protocols, and clinic performance reviews.
• Mentor and collaborate with clinical support staff including doctor’s technicians and clinical services managers.
• Stay current with evidence-based practices in optometry, integrative medicine, and nursing through continuing education.
• Adhere to all HIPAA, OSHA, and state regulatory requirements.

Skills

NP license

DEA registration

EHR/EMR proficiency

Interpersonal skills

Patient education

Education

MSN or DNP

Tools

Slit lamp

Tonometer

OCT

Auto-refractor

Job description

Physicians Eyecare Group in Farmington, NM is seeking a compassionate Certified Nurse Practitioner to join our eye care team. In this role you will provide comprehensive eye care services, perform full ocular assessments, and deliver integrative optometric care within a multidisciplinary setting.

The NP must hold an active NM license, have DEA registration, and an MSN or DNP, with a minimum of two years of NP experience in primary care or ophthalmology.