Optometrist

Work Schedule: Schedule will be the same each week. 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. Be part of something remarkable Join the #1 hospital in Wisconsin! 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. This position will be seeing dry eye, corneal disease, and urgent patients Qualifications Doctor of Optometry (OD) Degree from an accredited Optometry School Required Completion of a one-year residency in post-optometry school study Preferred Work Experience 3 years post graduate clinical experience OR completion of a residency program Required 7 years of relevant clinical experience Preferred Licenses & Certifications State of Wisconsin Optometry Licensure Upon Hire Required CPR certification Upon Hire Required Our Commitment to Social Impact and Belonging UW Health is committed to fostering a workplace that creates belonging for everyone and is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer. Our respect for people shines through 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. It is the policy of UW Health to provide equal opportunities to all qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, protected veteran or disabled status, or genetic information. 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. #J-18808-Ljbffr UW Health