Medical Optometrist – Corneal Disease & Refractive Surgery Focus- Full-Time- Private Practice Ophthalmology Group- Albuquerque, New Mexico
Position Overview
A well-established ophthalmology group in Albuquerque is seeking a highly skilled Medical Optometrist with a strong interest or background in corneal disease and refractive surgery. This is an excellent opportunity to join a collaborative, patient-centered team in a progressive medical setting.
Responsibilities
- Provide advanced medical optometric care with a focus on corneal disease and refractive surgery, including diagnosis, treatment, consultation, and long-term management.
- Co-manage a variety of corneal and refractive procedures such as LASIK, PRK, ICL, DMEK, DSAEK, PKP, and pterygium excision.
- Manage conditions including ocular surface disease, keratoconus, corneal dystrophies, infectious keratitis, post-surgical complications, and other complex anterior segment cases.
- Fit specialty contact lenses (scleral, hybrid, RGP, etc.) as needed.
- Perform comprehensive medical eye exams and manage chronic ocular conditions (glaucoma, dry eye disease, uveitis, etc.).
- Collaborate closely with ophthalmologists and fellow optometrists to ensure coordinated and high-quality patient care.
- Educate patients on treatment plans, disease processes, and long-term ocular health.
- Document care accurately and efficiently within the EMR system.
- Participate in clinical meetings, quality improvement initiatives, and optional community outreach activities.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Optometry (OD) from an accredited institution.
- Residency training in cornea and contact lenses preferred; candidates with extensive corneal disease management experience will also be considered.
- Eligible for or currently licensed to practice optometry in New Mexico.
- Certification to treat and manage ocular disease (TPA).
- Strong clinical judgment, excellent communication skills, and a compassionate, patient-first approach.
- Ability to work collaboratively within a multi-specialty team.
Compensation & Benefits
- Partnership consideration beginning in the second year of employment
- $25,000 sign-on bonus
- 25 days of PTO (for a 5-day workweek) plus 8 paid holidays
- $6,000 annual professional allowance (unused amount paid out)
- Comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, 401(k), employer-paid disability, and more
- Supportive practice culture and strong physician–OD collaboration
Why Albuquerque?
If you love the outdoors, this is the place for you. Albuquerque offers 300+ days of sunshine, four seasons, and a landscape that blends desert vistas with mountain adventure. Enjoy hiking, mountain biking, kayaking, skiing, golf, and more—right at your doorstep.
The region is also rich in culture, history, and art, with Santa Fe just an hour away. Combined with low humidity, an affordable cost of living, and an easily accessible airport, Albuquerque is an ideal place to build both your career and your lifestyle.
If you are ready to take the next step in your career, apply today through Eyes On Eyecare®!
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