Optometrist - O.D. (022026.1) FULL TIME

The Optometrist provides comprehensive primary and medical eye care services in a hospital-based outpatient eye clinic. The Optometrist functions as an independent licensed provider while collaborating with the Ophthalmologist and multidisciplinary healthcare team to deliver high-quality, evidence-based eye care to a wide spectrum of patients.

The position supports the hospital’s mission to provide quality, accessible and personalized healthcare.

Position Highlights:

Step into an established, fully booked patient panel from day one

Exceptional work/life balance in one of Montana’s most scenic locations

4-day work week, 45 weeks per year

Highly competitive compensation with incentive bonus structure based on production and patient experience

Sign-on bonus, relocation assistance, and CME reimbursement.

Positive, team-oriented atmosphere

Full clinical support staff and state-of-the-art diagnostic equipment, Nextech EMR

Why the Bitterroot Valley? The Bitterroot Valley offers unsurpassed access to the outdoors, top rated public schools, and a safe, family-friendly community. Endless adventures are just minutes from home including world-class fly-fishing on the Bitterroot River, skiing at Lost Trail Powder Mountain, numerous hiking/mountain biking trails, and countless lakes.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Perform comprehensive eye examinations including refraction, binocular vision assessment, and ocular health evaluation

Diagnose and manage common ocular diseases including glaucoma, macular degeneration, diabetic eye disease, and dry eye syndrome

Prescribe corrective lenses and vision therapy when appropriate

Provide pre- and post-operative care for ophthalmic surgical patients in collaboration with the Ophthalmologist

Identify patients requiring surgical or specialty ophthalmologic intervention and coordinate referrals internally

Document patient care services in the electronic medical record in accordance with organizational standards

Participate in quality improvement initiatives and clinical protocols

Collaborate with ophthalmology, primary care, and specialty providers to support integrated patient care

Support community outreach, vision screening, and patient education efforts as needed

Practice Environment

Hospital-employed outpatient clinic model

Collaborative co-management model with on-site Ophthalmologist

Integrated with hospital diagnostic, imaging, and care coordination services

Strong referral base from primary care and regional providers

Opportunity to practice full-scope medical optometry

Minimum Qualifications

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited program

Current or eligible for Montana Optometry licensure

DEA registration (or ability to obtain, if applicable)

Current BLS certification (or ability to obtain upon hire)

Preferred Qualifications

Experience in managing medical ocular conditions and cataract surgery co-management. A medical residency trained optometrist or similar experience is preferred.

Experience in medical optometry and co-management of surgical patients

Strong patient-centered communication skills

Ability to work independently while functioning as part of an integrated care team