Physician.Optometrist (Samaritan)

Diversity Inc.; Madison Township (OH); On-site; USD 90,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospitals Eye Institute invites applications for a Staff Optometrist/Clinical Instructor in the Division of Optometry in Cleveland, OH. The position combines patient care with academic duties, teaching responsibilities, and potential research involvement at UH Cleveland Medical Center and satellite clinics.

The successful candidate will be a US-educated optometrist with NBEO and OH license, dedicated to high ethical standards, multidisciplinary collaboration, and training the next

Qualifications

• Graduate of a United States accredited School of Optometry.
• Must have passed NBEO exams.
• Hold a current, full and unrestricted Ohio license to practice optometry.
• Academically oriented with interest in teaching and research.

Responsibilities

• Provide routine and specialty optometric care at the UH Eye Institute and satellites.
• Engage in clinical teaching for residents and students.
• Participate in clinical research and scholarly activities.
• Collaborate with ophthalmology colleagues to advance patient care.

Skills

Clinical skills

Teaching abilities

Research interest

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Job description

University Hospitals/ Case Western Reserve University

Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences

University Hospitals Eye Institute

Division of Optometry

Cleveland, OH

Staff Optometrist/Clinical Instructor - Ophthalmology - Division of Optometry

The University Hospitals Eye Institute and the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at University Hospitals/ Case Western Reserve University brings together world-renowned ophthalmologists, optometrists, and leading research scientists to prevent, treat, and cure the most prevalent and devastating diseases of the eye- all while training the next generation of ophthalmologic and optometric experts. Our mission is to provide world class care and improve the health for all the communities we are privileged to serve - To Heal. To Teach. To Discover.

The UH Eye Institute and the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is seeking an academically-oriented optometrist to join our Division of Optometry. An academic appointment is available and starting rank is commensurate with experience.

The position entails clinical activity, both clinical and didactic teaching, and likely participation in clinical research at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center and 3-4 satellite clinics. Excellent clinical skills are required. The division is a very active site for federally and industry sponsored research, and opportunities exist to participate in research.

In 2024, we recruited our first pediatric optometry resident and 2026 anticipate recruiting our first adult optometry resident. The department has a longstanding optometric externship program with The Ohio State University, Western University of the Health Sciences, Indiana University, Salus University and the New England College of Optometry. Additionally, the department supports three fellowship positions (pediatric ophthalmology, glaucoma, and retina), and an 18 resident ophthalmology training program.

The successful candidate must maintain high clinical and ethical standards that will be carried into decision‑making processes, adhere to compliance measures, establish and promote an atmosphere of unity through collaborative practice and effective communication between all staff disciplines, and foster a high level of patient and staff satisfaction.

The candidate must be a graduate of a United States accredited School of Optometry and have passed all parts of the NBEO exam. The candidate must also possess/maintain a current, full and unrestricted license to practice optometry in the State of Ohio.

Douglas J. Rhee, M.D.

Professor and Chair

Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences/ The UH Eye Institute

University Hospitals/ Case Western Reserve University

Thomas Stokkermans, O.D., Ph.D., F.A.A.O.

Associate Professor and Director Optometry Service

Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences/ The UH Eye Institute

University Hospitals/ Case Western Reserve University