Are you an internal caregiver, student, or contingent worker/agency worker at UMass Memorial Health? CLICK HERE to apply through your Workday account.Exemption Status:Exempt
Hiring Range:$122,803.20 - $221,062.40
Please note that the final offer may vary within this range based on a candidate's
experience, skills, qualifications, and internal equity considerations.
Schedule Details:Monday through Friday
Scheduled Hours:8am to 5pm
Shift:1 - Day Shift, 8 Hours (United States of America)
Hours:40
Cost Center:34000 - 1500 Ophthalmology
This position may have a signing bonus available a member of the Recruitment Team will confirm eligibility during the interview process.
Provide comprehensive eye exams, emergency follow up care, glaucoma co-management, vision rehabilitation services, and same day service care. Prescribe eyeglasses or contact lenses as needed.
Academic Optometrist - Full-Time
UMass Memorial Health | Worcester and Northborough, MA
Join our Optometry team!
UMass Memorial Health, the premier health care system in Central Massachusetts, is seeking a full-time Academic Optometrist to join our growing team in Worcester and Northborough, MA. Just 45 minutes from Boston and Cape Cod, our region offers a vibrant mix of cultural attractions, outdoor recreation, and an affordable cost of living. This is a unique opportunity to work in a supportive, mission-driven academic medical center while enjoying true work-life balance. New graduates and experienced ODs are encouraged to apply.
Position Highlights- Work-life balance, with protected admin time and no evenings/weekends
- Patient and Provider Centered scheduling model
- Collaborate with 3 optometrists, 6 residents and 9 ophthalmologists
- Epic EMR system
- Opportunities to lecture, mentor and perform research
- Opportunities for community service
- Comprehensive benefits package
Scope of Practice- Perform comprehensive eye exams and contact lens evaluations
- Diagnose and manage a full spectrum of ocular diseases and conditions
- Prescribe corrective lenses and therapeutic treatments
- Provide urgent and emergency eye care when needed
- Exercise autonomy in clinical decision making
- Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams across the system
- Ensure continuity of care for patients throughout the system
Practice Environment- Outpatient clinic within a large, academic medical center
- Serve a diverse patient population with a robust referral base
- Enjoy a collegial, mission-driven atmosphere with a focus on patients, education and excellence
Qualifications- Doctor of Optometry (OD) from an accredited program
- Licensed (or license-eligible) to practice in Massachusetts
- Board certified or board eligible in optometry
Why UMass:- Premier health system in the region, noted for excellence in patient care, education, and research
- Collaborative environment working alongside technicians, optometrists, residents, and ophthalmologists
- Strong commitment to professional development and leadership growth
- Lean organization dedicated to innovation and continuous improvement
- Inclusive culture grounded in kindness, respect, tolerance, and teamwork
Please submit a cover letter and a curriculum vitae.
Explore our department at umassmed.edu/ophthalmology to learn more.
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