Optometric Physician

Description

Mountain View Eye Center is a progressive ophthalmic medical and surgical practice in beautiful Fairbanks, Alaska.  Experience the midnight sun in the summer and a front-row seat to the northern lights in the winter.  Our clinic is dedicated to delivering high-quality care with a personal touch that reflects the uniqueness of Alaska’s diverse medical eye-care needs.  We embrace the spirit of Alaska and are a vital part of providing comprehensive eye care to the greater interior of Alaska. 

We are searching for an Optometrist to join our team to provide care at the highest level of licensure in a caring and professional environment.  Our Optometrists work with Ophthalmologists to provide care at the highest level of licensure in a caring and professional environment.  This role coordinates diagnosis and the treatment and management of medical, emergency, and per-surgical patients.

Requirements

Responsibilities:

• Provide Professional Optometric Services.
• Ability to work closely and collaborate with our medical staff.
• Analyze a patient's medical history, medication allergies, physical condition, and examination results to determine the best procedure.
• Address concerns or answer questions that patients may have about their health and well-being.
• Knowledge should include, but not be limited to, surgical postoperative management, anterior and posterior ocular segment disease, glaucoma, ocular trauma, and neurologic diseases.
• Demonstrate interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.

Education/Requirement:

• The ability to obtain a license with the Alaska State Board of Optometry.
• Comprehensive postgraduate experience is desirable in a medical setting. 
• One (1) to Two (2) plus years of experience managing medical eye conditions or successful completion of an ACOE-accredited residency program.

Benefits:

• Salary- Generous production model with potential earnings up to $200,000  
• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Robust Ancillary Benefits
• 401(k) Plan with employer contribution 
• Company Paid Life Insurance 
• Generous PTO/Holiday 
• EEO Statement