Clinician - OptometristUniversity of Kentucky

Optometry school

Optometry residency preferred

OD license in state of Kentucky

The University of Kentucky College of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology is seeking an Assistant Professor to join our team of optometrists. This position supports the department’s mission of clinical care, teaching, and scholarly activity, with opportunities for profession growth within a comprehensive academic medical center.

We are seeking an Optometrist who will provide primary eye care for our patients. Responsibilities include:

• Providing direct patient care

• Teaching residents and medical students

• Developing academic pursuits

The UK College of Medicine Department of Ophthalmology is a strong, multidisciplinary team of more than 180 people dedicated to advancing Kentucky health care together. Our department encompasses 37 faculty members, 122 staff members and 24 learners.

Each year, providers in the department see 140,000+ patient visits at 17 clinical sites. The department trains 24 residents and fellows across 8 accredited programs, while also contributing to the education of medical students and graduate trainees.

Lexington is an understated and sophisticated city in the southeast. Situated in the heart of the Bluegrass and rightfully called the “Horse Capital of the World”, Lexington is surrounded by picturesque landscapes and horse farms. The University of Kentucky is central to the city and plays a major role in commerce and culture. As an SEC school, the university boasts one of the most unique and competitive collegiate sports teams in the nation. Lexington combines safe neighborhoods, excellent schools, an affordable cost of living, and a vibrant community that appeals to individuals, couples and families. Louisville and Cincinnati are a little over an hour’s drive and complement Lexington as larger, vibrant cities with many cultural and recreational opportunities year-round.

Interested candidates should submit an updated CV along with their application. Applications will be reviewed immediately and continue until the position is filled.

We value the well-being of each of our employees and are dedicated to creating a healthy place for everyone to work, learn and live. In the interest of maintaining a safe and healthy environment for our students, employees, patients and visitors, the University of Kentucky is a Tobacco & Drug Free campus.

The University follows both the federal and state Constitutions as well as all applicable federal and state laws on nondiscrimination. The University provides equal opportunities for qualified persons in all aspects of institutional operations and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnic origin, religion, creed, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, uniformed service, political belief, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, pregnancy, marital status, genetic information or social or economic status.

Any candidate offered a position may be required to pass pre-employment screenings as mandated by University of Kentucky Human Resources. These screenings may include a national background check and/or drug screen.