We are seeking a full-time or part-time Doctor of Optometry join our Oconto clinical team!

The purpose of an Optometrist is to examine the eyes to detect defects in vision, signs of injury, ocular diseases or abnormality or other general problems such as high blood pressure or diabetes. Optometrists perform a comprehensive eye exam, they assess an individual's vision and provide prescriptions for glasses and contacts; diagnose, treat, and manage eye injuries; detect disease in the eye; and provide services to rehabilitate some eye conditions through low vision rehabilitation and vision therapy.

Duties include but are not limited to:

• Oversee the clinical aspects of direct reports’ clinical work with patients, including performance evaluation.
• Participate in a variety of strategic and operational planning activities to ensure high quality care.
• Lead department’s QI initiatives. Ensure all clinical policies and procedures are appropriate and support quality improvement. Also, ensure they are understood and followed by staff.
• Assist in planning for, recruiting and on-boarding new providers and key staff for Region.
• Align the work of the department with organizational goals and strategic priorities.
• Provide training and guidance to staff in relation to department goals and objectives.
• Plans and administers therapeutic treatment by telephonic/ telehealth methodologies as indicated by patient needs and state guidelines.
• Appropriate use of PPE/infection control protocols when providing treatment to patients.

• Doctorate of Optometry Degree required
• Current, valid and unrestricted Wisconsin license to practice the profession.

We Offer a Comprehensive Benefits Package:

• Competitive benefits include Health, Dental, Vision, 403B Retirement Savings Plan w/ employer match, HSA/Flexible spending accounts, and Employer-paid STD, LTD and Life Insurance
• Family-friendly, flexible work schedules - NO WEEKENDS!
• 9 Paid holidays including the Day After Thanksgiving, Christmas Eve, and a Birthday holiday
• PLUS 6 weeks of PTO, with 1 full week of PTO available to use upon hire!
• NorthLakes Paid Leave Bank to help support your medical needs
• Tuition Reimbursement Program and Continuing Education
• Unique Wellness Benefits; including a generous Health & Wellness Reimbursement program, Community Supported Agriculture (CSA) loan program, and Employee Assistance Program
• Employee Referral Program $$$

* Benefits eligibility is dependent upon FTE Status and Position Email abaumgart@nlccwi.org with questions. To apply for this position or for additional information, please visit our website at https://nlccwi.org/careers/current-openings/

*All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of a criminal background check and references.

"Our Mission is to respond to the healthcare needs of our communities with an integrated array of quality services and actively remove barriers to wellness" Your next great career move could be a click away. Apply now! NorthLakes Community Clinic is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment regardless of age, race, color, creed, religion, sex, sexual orientation, national origin, ancestry, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law.