Optometrist

AOAExcel; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 120,000 - 150,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Signing bonus

Guaranteed salary first year

CME reimbursement

Tail malpractice insurance

License and DEA reimbursement

Job summary

SSM Health Davis Duehr Dean Divisions of Ophthalmology and Optometry are seeking full-time optometrists to enhance patient care in the Madison area. Candidates should be board-certified in optometry with experience in specialty contact lenses and post-surgery care.

New graduates may apply; residency is preferred and board certification must be obtained within five years of hire. We offer a generous signing bonus, guaranteed salary for the first year, CME reimbursement, paid time off, tail

Qualifications

• Board-certified in optometry.
• Experience in specialty contact lenses and post-surgery care.
• Newer graduates will be considered; residency training preferred.
• Board certification must be obtained within five years of hire.

Skills

Board certification in Optometry

Specialty contact lenses

Post-surgery care

New graduates considered

Education

Residency training preferred

Job description

• Expiring today
• Employer SSM Health
• Location Madison, Wisconsin
• Salary to be discussed upon interview
• Posted Jul 11, 2026
• Closes Aug 25, 2026
• Practice Setting Multidisciplinary Practice (OD/MD)
• Organization Type Healthcare System
• Role Type Associate
• Role Specialty Primary Care / General Optometry
• Employment Type Full Time
• Contact Details
• 608-478-XXXX

Join our dedicated team at SSM Health Davis Duehr Dean Divisions of Ophthalmology and Optometry! We are seeking passionate full-time (1.0 FTE) optometrists to enhance patient care at our clinics in the Madison Area. Become a vital part of our mission to provide exceptional eye care in a supportive and engaging environment. Your expertise can make a difference!

Our clinics have established and successful practices, supported by experienced and enthusiastic staff. Our optometrists offer a high level of care and collaborate with our ophthalmologists to ensure the best possible outcomes for our patients. Subspecialists are available throughout our integrated eye network and can be easily consulted when needed.

Ideal candidates are board-certified in optometry with experience in specialty contact lenses and post-surgery care. Newer graduates will be considered; residency training is preferred. Board certification must be obtained within five years of the date of hire. Excellent compensation and benefits will be offered.

If you’re considering a rewarding career with SSM Health Davis Duehr Dean, we encourage you to explore whether this opportunity or location aligns with your goals. As our integrated eye network expands, we will have even more exciting opportunities available, and we’d love for you to be a part of our journey.

Ophthalmology:

• Comprehensive Care
• Oculoplastic Services
• Pediatric Ophthalmology
• Retina
• Glaucoma
• Cornea
• Refractive Laser Surgery
• Neuro-ophthalmology

Optometry:

• Primary eye care
• Medical specialty care
• Specialty contact lenses
• Advanced Dry Eye Clinic
• Low Vision
• Optical Retail Services
• Optometry Residency Program

As Part Of SSM Health, One Of The Largest Multi-specialty Physician Groups In The Country, We Offer a Variety Of Opportunities, Including:

• Utilization of EPIC EMR in both clinic and hospital settings
• Research opportunities
• A generous signing bonus
• A guaranteed salary for the first year
• Annual reimbursement for continuing medical education (CME) and paid time off
• Malpractice insurance with tail coverage
• Payment for medical license and DEA certification

We look forward to welcoming you to our team!

SSM Health’s healing legacy originated in St. Louis, Missouri over 150 years ago where five nuns, known as the Sisters of St. Mary’s, were called to aid and heal in God’s name. Since those humble beginnings, SSM Health has grown to become one of the largest Catholic not-for-profit integrated health systems serving the Midwest. Today, our healing ministry includes over 15,000 providers and approximately 40,000 team members, all working together with a shared Mission to deliver exceptional healthcare services that reveal the healing presence of God across Missouri, Oklahoma, Illinois, and Wisconsin.

With 23 hospitals, 9 post-acute care centers, and over 490 physician offices and specialty care clinics spread across four states, SSM Health offers a world of opportunities where clinicians can do a world of good. Whether you’re seeking to heal, teach, learn, lead, connect, or discover, there’s a place within SSM Health for you to thrive.

SSM Health Is An Equal Opportunity Employer:

SSM Health is committed to equal employment opportunity based on race, color, religion, national origin, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, and all other statuses protected by law.

To view all of our current provider career opportunities, visit joinssmhealth.com.