Optometrist Killington/Rutland, Vermont

Looking for a medical optometrist to work in a larger rural community hospital with 1 established ophthalmologist, 1 optometrist, and 6 skilled certified ophthalmic assistants in a hospital owned practice. The office is located adjacent to the hospital for easy access. Highly engaged clinical and support staff.

Serves a patient population ranging from pediatric to geriatric with a comprehensive array of professional Optometry services. These services encompass the assessment, diagnoses, treatment, and management of various conditions of the visual system.

Rutland Regional Medical Center is a 144-bed hospital, employing over 1,800 professional and support staff including over 240 providers trained in more than 40 specialty areas. Providing preventive, diagnostic, acute and rehabilitative services, Rutland Regional Medical Center serves Rutland County, portions of southern and central Vermont and communities in eastern New York State.

Minimum Education

Graduate of fully accredited college of optometry program (OD)

Minimum Work Experience

1-3 years of clinic experience preferred.

Required Licenses/Certifications

Licensed by National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO)

Licensed in the State of Vermont.

BLS Certification through American Heart Association.

Required Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

Excellent written and verbal communication and interpersonal skills required to deal with patients from diverse socio-economic backgrounds.

Basic Microsoft desktop application and navigation skills.

Rutland Regional Medical Center offers a competitive benefit package to include:

403B retirement plan with match

Health, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability insurances

Combined Time Off

College Savings Account

Malpractice provided

CME funded annually

Competitive Salary Range

Relocation, Sign-on and Education Loan Assistance

PSLF Eligible Employer

Full-Time