Optometrist

Work Schedule:

Schedule will vary week to week with 3 month advance notice. Hours will fall between Monday- Friday, business hours.

Pay:

UW Health offers a competitive compensation and benefits package. Work experience that is relevant to the position will be taken into consideration when determining the starting base pay.

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We are seeking an Optometrist to:

• Join the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences to provide quality care as an independent health care provider while working collaboratively within a multidisciplinary team including general and specialty ophthalmologists.
• Provide quality care in a compassionate and patient-family centered environment.
• Plan and create learning opportunities for technical staff and residents.
• Educate patients and families on wellness, prevention and treatment plans.

Education:

Minimum -Doctor of Optometry (OD) Degree from an accredited Optometry School

Preferred - Completion of a one-year residency in post-optometry school study

Work Experience:

Minimum -Three (3) years post graduate clinical experience OR completion of a residency

Preferred -Seven (7) years of relevant clinical experience

Licenses and Certifications:

Minimum -

• State of Wisconsin Optometry Licensure
• CPR certified

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

UW Health is committed to being a diverse, inclusive and anti-racist workplace and is an Equal Employment Opportunity, Affirmative Action employer. Our integrity shines through in patient care interactions and our daily work practices as we work to embrace the knowledge, unique perspectives and qualities each employee and faculty member brings to work each day. Applications from Black, Indigenous and People of Color (BIPOC) individuals, LGBTQ+ and non-binary identities, women, persons with disabilities, military service members and veterans are strongly encouraged. EOE, including disability/veterans.

UW Health Clinics - our physicians and staff are dedicated to providing an exceptional patient and family experience by delivering the highest quality of care in a compassionate environment. With more than 80 primary and specialty care clinics located throughout Dane County and the surrounding areas, we are proud to have the opportunity to impact the communities we serve.

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