Job DescriptionThe Department of Ophthalmology at Mayo Clinic in Rochester, MN is seeking a board-eligible/board-certified optometrist to join our established academic practice. This position within the team will cover clinical care of patients, comprehensive eye care and participation in a care team in collaboration with esteemed physicians and technicians. Specific interests in Ocular Disease are preferred. Candidates should be residency-trained and willing to participate in the department's academic activities.
The department has 40 members who cover all subspecialty areas of ophthalmology, providing services for more than 80,000 patients per year. Mayo Clinic is a non-profit, physician-led, multi-specialty clinical practice integrated with education and research in a unified, multi-campus environment. Mayo Clinic is an academic tertiary care institution that includes campuses in Minnesota, Arizona and Florida. We have the benefits afforded by a large institution, yet the freedom to direct our own department and practice to meet the needs of the patient.
Please submit your CV and a cover letter with your application. The cover letter should outline your clinical experience, patient care philosophy, and interest in joining our team.
Qualifications- Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution
- Board-eligible or board-certified Optometrist
- Completion of an accredited optometry residency is preferred. Equivalent clinical experience, including substantial experience (e.g., 5+ years) in a tertiary or academic practice environment, may be considered in lieu of residency training.
- Clinical interests in Ocular Disease and/or Low Vision preferred
- Commitment to delivering high-quality, patient-centered care across a broad spectrum of optometric services
- Interest in academic medicine, including active participation in teaching, research, and other departmental scholarly activities
- Strong interpersonal and collaboration skills for working within a multidisciplinary team
- Eligible for licensure in the state of Minneosta
Benefits Highlights - Medical: Multiple plan options.
- Dental: Delta Dental or reimbursement account for flexible coverage.
- Vision: Affordable plan with national network.
- Pre-Tax Savings: HSA and FSAs for eligible expenses.
- Retirement: Competitive retirement package to secure your future.
About the TeamJust as our reputation has spread beyond our Minnesota roots, so have our locations. Today, our employees are located at our three major campuses in Phoenix/Scottsdale, Arizona, Jacksonville, Florida, Rochester, Minnesota, and at Mayo Clinic Health System campuses throughout Midwestern communities, and at our international locations. Each Mayo Clinic location is a special place where our employees thrive in both their work and personal lives. Learn more about what each unique Mayo Clinic campus has to offer, and where your best fit is.
