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Minneapolis, United Statespart_timeVerifiedPosted 7 May 2026
💰 $156,000/yr($120,000/yr$156,000/yr)

About the role

University of Minnesota Physicians seeks an Optometrist at 1.0 FTE who will provide comprehensive eye care and ophthalmic consultations as part of the University of Minnesota’s Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Neurosciences.  Department practice site will mainly be in Eagan and the University of Minnesota Twin Cities medical campus.

Practice Details:

  • Provide comprehensive optometric care as part of a multi sub-specialty ophthalmology clinic
  • Perform comprehensive eye examinations, diagnosing ocular disease and refractive error, prescribe corrective lenses and provide treatment including therapeutic drugs
  • Provide consultations regarding neuro-ophthalmic disorders or concerns
  • Participate in educational activities including work with optometry and medical students, ophthalmology residents, lecturing at department events, and possible research collaborations
  • Practice site Eagan & University of Minnesota campus, as well as community-based satellite clinics.
  • Fully integrated Electronic Medical Record (EPIC)
  • Support staff including ophthalmic assistants and technicians
  • Full array of imaging tools including: OCT, visual field, topography, autorefractor, ERG, anterior segment and fundus photography, B-scan
  • No weekend or overnight call coverage is required

Qualifications:

  • 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

Preferred Qualifications:

  • Experience with complex ocular and systemic disease and neuro-ophthalmic disorders
  • Experience in urgent eye care

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 - $156,000 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.

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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