Permanent Medical Optometrist in Richmond, Virginia - Salary up to $175K
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Job description
Optometry Opportunity in Richmond, Virginia
You will step into a medically focused, referral-driven ophthalmology practice with a strong existing optometry referral base. This opportunity is ideal for an OD who enjoys medical eye disease and collaborative co-management with ophthalmology subspecialists. The position is based in Richmond, Virginia, with access to multiple clinic locations and a patient population that is primarily older adults.
Why Join This Practice?
- Medical OD Focus: Minimal routine primary eye care, with emphasis on medical eye disease in a referral-driven setting.
- Built-in Referral Network: Approximately 300 referral sources supporting steady volume and continuity.
- Collaborative Co-management: OD-friendly model with subspecialty support in cornea, retina, and glaucoma.
- Compensation Structure: Employed role with guaranteed salary up to $175,000 in Year 1, then percentage of collections; production incentives typically around 35%, varies by experience.
- Benefits and Time Off: Typically 4 weeks of vacation, plus 1 week and about $4,000 annually for CME; malpractice with tail, 401(k) with a discretionary employer match, and a full insurance package.
Candidate Requirements
- OD (Optometrist).
- Residency training preferred; equivalent experience acceptable.
- Residents encouraged to apply.
- U.S. or international graduates considered; no visa sponsorship.
- Clinically excellent, medically focused, collaborative, and professionally mature.
About the Community:
Richmond offers a unique blend of history, culture, and modern living. Physicians enjoy kayaking, hiking, and biking along the James River, dining at nationally recognized restaurants, and exploring a thriving craft brewery scene. With affordable housing, excellent schools, and easy access to both the Blue Ridge Mountains and Virginia Beach, Richmond provides the best of both worlds: vibrant city living with family-friendly amenities.
Reach out today to learn more and see if this medically focused optometry role in Knoxville is the right next step for you.