Optometry Opportunity Banner University Medicin...

About the role

The Department of Ophthalmology and Vision Science at the University of Arizona-Tucson and Banner University Medical Group is actively seeking one or more Comprehensive, Contact Lens or Pediatric Optometrists to join our growing Department.

Position details

• The selected individual(s) will have a focus on specialty contact lenses, or pediatrics or comprehensive eye care, depending on training and experience.
• Clinical services are provided at the Banner University Medicine Ophthalmology Clinic in Tucson, with 9 half-daily clinical sessions per week.
• Our ophthalmology residency program has 4 residents per year and an enthusiastic commitment to teaching is desired.
• The preferred candidate(s) will also possess an interest in clinical research.
• The position will have an academic faculty appointment with the University of Arizona-Tucson - College of Medicine at a rank consistent with the candidate's credentials.

Requirements

• Comprehensive Optometry training or experience
• Doctorate degree program in Optometry from a college or university accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education of the American Optometric Association
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure by the Arizona State Board of Optometry
• For a position with Contact lens or Pediatric Focus, corresponding Residency training

Benefits

• Attractive salary plus incentives
• Paid malpractice with tail coverage
• Paid time off
• Paid continuing education
• Excellent benefit package options that provide security for you and your family
• Retirement package of 401(k) with matching and 457(b) deferred compensation plan

About the community

Tucson is the bustling, vibrant community nestled in the blooming Sonoran Desert. Vibrant culture, entertainment, and a thriving food scene with an attractive cost of living to live, work, and play throughout 350+ days of year-round sunshine!