University of Minnesota Physicians is seeking a Pediatric Optometrist to join a well-established community practice at the Minnesota Lions Children's Eye Clinic. University of Minnesota Physicians is seeking a candidate who will deliver high quality optometric care to pediatric patient at various clinical sites throughout the metro.

Position Overview:

The Optometrist performs procedures using independent professional judgement in the practice of optometry and within the guidelines of the State of Minnesota and University of Minnesota Physicians.

Qualifications:

* Doctor of Optometry

* Minnesota Optometric License

* Minnesota Diagnostic and Therapeutic Drug License

* BLS (basic life support) certification or certification within orientation period

* Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges

* Experience performing pediatric eye exams, routine eye care, contact lens services, and management duties

* Experience in pediatric ocular disease management and interpreting advanced technology

* Proficient in the use and interpretation of standard ophthalmic equipment

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* May include hospital consults in addition to ambulatory clinic operations

* Exceptional professional skills focusing on patient care and collaboration

* Detail oriented and self-motivated

* Education focused and a creative problem-solver

* Exceptionally strong primary and specialty care referral base within the care system

* Fully integrated EMR (EPIC)

* A qualified candidate will be a graduate of a Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree program

* Candidate must be licensed or have the ability to obtain Minnesota Board of Optometry licensure

* DPA/TPA Certification

* Ability to obtain and/or maintain DEA certification

* Meet threshold criteria/qualifications for Credentialing and Privileges

* Excellent written and verbal communication skills

* Detail oriented and self-motivated

Benefits Highlights

We're proud to offer competitive compensation and a market-leading benefits package to support our employees and their families.

The full-time salary range is $120,000 - $150,000 commensurate with practice experience and may also include incentive compensation or additional specialty-specific compensation components. Salary prorated based on FTE.

Total compensation is enhanced by a robust benefits package that supports physical, mental, and financial well-being. Highlights include:

• Comprehensive medical and dental insurance including a vision discount plan.
• Substantial 401K employer contribution
• Generous flexible time off
• Well-being program including an annual spending allotment, peer coaching, counseling, and concierge services.
• Allowance for CME, license, board certification, and DEA fees.
• Disability, accident, life, and malpractice insurance.
• As a 501(c)(3) non-profit, we are a qualified employer for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.

Additional information on our benefits can be found here.

M Health and Clinical Partnerships

Providers practice at affiliated locations under the M Health Fairview shared care delivery system. This partnership represents a collaboration between University of Minnesota Physicians, University of Minnesota Medical Center and Fairview Health to build a nationally known academic health system that combines academic and community resources to provide the very best clinical care to patients and communities, while also supporting research and education across the joint healthcare delivery system.

Our Partnerships

We are proud to partner with health systems across the region. Through these partnerships, we carry out our mission to provide access to outstanding patient care to communities across the state. In addition to our collaboration with Fairview Health Services, M Physicians also has partnerships with Park Nicollet, Regions Hospital, North Memorial Hospital, Children's Minnesota, Gillette Children's Specialty Healthcare, TRIA Orthopaedic Center and CentraCare Health.

Community Information

We are based in Minneapolis and consistently ranked as one of the best places to live in America by U.S. News & World Report. The Minneapolis-St. Paul area offers a high quality of life and a low cost of living. You'll find excellent school systems, a robust economy, an award-winning culinary scene, museums of all types, outstanding theaters, and a reliable international airport. If you love the outdoors, you can enjoy all four seasons with the plethora of lakes, parks, and some of the country's best bike trails!

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University of Minnesota Physicians (M Physicians), a non-profit organization headquartered in Minneapolis, seeks motivated individuals for both clinical and non-clinical roles to drive innovation in health and medicine. Our inclusive culture offers competitive salaries, excellent benefits, and the opportunity for career development in the exciting field of health care to over 1,200 physicians, 300 advanced practice providers, and 2,200 health professionals and staff across Minnesota and beyond.

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We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity at our company. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, color, national origin, sex, gender, gender expression, sexual orientation, age, marital status, veteran status, or disability status. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment.