Optometrist

Optometrist

Position Overview

Are you looking for a role where you can do meaningful work, grow professionally, and enjoy a healthy work-life balance? Do you value patient-centered care, modern technology, and a collaborative team environment?

This busy primary care practice group is seeking a full-time Doctor of Optometry to join their team serving Bemidji and Thief River Falls, MN. This unique opportunity provides the professional freedom to practice full-scope optometry while being supported by an experienced staff and state-of-the-art equipment. This role is specifically designed for a clinician who wants to focus on exemplary patient care while the practice handles the administrative and operational complexities.

Location

This opportunity serves the beautiful Northwoods region of Minnesota, covering the vibrant hubs of Bemidji and Thief River Falls.

• Bemidji, the "First City on the Mississippi," is a legendary outdoor destination known for its stunning lake views, the iconic Paul Bunyan and Babe the Blue Ox statues, and a thriving arts and collegiate scene at Bemidji State University.
• Nearby Thief River Falls offers a high quality of life with a strong industrial base and a close-knit community feel.

Both cities are a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, offering world-class fishing, hunting, and snowmobiling, along with safe neighborhoods and excellent schools.

Organization Overview

This practice is part of a thriving primary care group that prioritizes the doctor-patient relationship. By providing comprehensive ancillary business support—including billing, marketing, and credentialing—the organization ensures that its providers can dedicate their full attention to clinical excellence.

The practice environment is collaborative and high-energy, featuring modern diagnostic equipment and a fully trained technical team. It is an ideal setting for both seasoned providers and new graduates looking for a supportive infrastructure and a strong community presence in the heart of Northern Minnesota.

What You'll Be Working On

• Providing full-scope optometric services across two established primary care locations.
• Utilizing state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment to deliver high-quality patient outcomes.
• Focusing on clinical care while utilizing provided patient prescreening and technical support.
• Collaborating with a dedicated administrative team that manages billing, credentialing, and marketing.
• Contributing to a practice culture that values "patients first" and professional autonomy.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited optometry school.
• Licensed or eligible for licensure as an Optometrist in Minnesota.
• Strong clinical skills and a desire to practice full-scope optometry.
• Excellent interpersonal skills to work effectively with an experienced support staff.
• Ability to thrive in a busy, primary care-focused environment.

What's In It For You

• Competitive Compensation: $145,000 – $155,000 base salary.
• Performance Incentives: Production bonuses and additional incentive programs.
• New Graduate Support: Specific incentives tailored for new graduates to jumpstart their careers.
• Financial Benefits: Student incentives and a comprehensive benefits package.
• Professional Growth: CE (Continuing Education) reimbursement and malpractice insurance provided.
• Operational Ease: All business operations (billing, marketing, credentialing) handled for you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, national or ethnic origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other protected characteristic.