Attending Optometrist, Community Health Emphasis – Assistant Professor of Clinical Optometry

About the role

The New England College of Optometry (NECO) seeks a non-tenure, clinical track faculty optometrist to join the professional staff at Lynn Community Health Center. This individual will provide clinical care, serve as a faculty member, and teach future optometrists.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye care services to patients at Lynn Community Health Center
• Teach future optometrists the principles of optometric and interdisciplinary care
• Contribute to the educational mission of NECO by instructing students in the clinical setting
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to ensure optimal patient care

Requirements

• OD degree with TPA+ licensure (glaucoma and anti-infective privileges) in Massachusetts
• Advanced professional credentials such as residency training or equivalent clinical experience
• Active commitment to excellence in patient care and teaching
• Pediatric residency from an accredited institution is required
• Experience serving a diverse patient base and language skills other than English are preferred, but not required

Qualifications

• Appropriate credentials for a faculty appointment

Benefits

• 3 plan options for BCBS medical coverage (employer subsidized at 75% or greater)
• Mental Health and Wellness benefits
• BCBS Dental coverage
• Discounted vision services
• 13 paid holidays and generous paid time off for sick, vacation, and personal days
• Employer-paid life insurance, and short-term and long-term disability
• Voluntary Insurance: life, critical illness, hospital indemnity, accident
• Voluntary Benefits: employee discounts and pet insurance
• 9% employer contribution to a 403(b) retirement plan after 1 year of service with no vesting schedule or match requirement

Schedule

The start date for the position is October 5, 2026, pending licensure and credentialing for the assigned clinical site.

Pay

The starting salary for this position is $110,000.