Physician - Optometrist in Ophthalmology #2 (Cleveland)
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LocationUnited States-Ohio-Cleveland
Work modeon-site
Typefull-time
SeniorityLead
DepartmentOphthalmology and Visual Sciences
Company size10,000+ people
First seenOct 18, 2026 · 2w ago
Verified live3d ago
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Graduate of a United States accredited School of Optometry
Passed all parts of the NBEO exam
Possess/maintain a current, full and unrestricted license to practice optometry in Ohio
Excellent clinical skills
Maintain high clinical and ethical standards
Adhere to compliance measures
Establish and promote an atmosphere of unity through collaborative practice and effective communication
Foster a high level of patient and staff satisfaction
About the company
University Hospitals/ Case Western Reserve University
Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences
University Hospitals Eye Institute
Division of Optometry
Cleveland, OH
Staff Optometrist/Clinical Instructor - Ophthalmology – Division of Optometry
The University Hospitals Eye Institute and the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences at University Hospitals/ Case Western Reserve University brings together world-renowned ophthalmologists, optometrists, and leading research scientists to prevent, treat, and cure the most prevalent and devastating diseases of the eye- all while training the next generation of ophthalmologic and optometric experts. Our mission is to provide world class care and improve the health for all the communities we are privileged to serve – To Heal. To Teach. To Discover.
The UH Eye Institute and the Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences is seeking an academically-oriented optometrist to join our Division of Optometry. An academic appointment is available and starting rank is commensurate with experience.
Responsibilities
The position entails clinical activity, both clinical and didactic teaching, and likely participation in clinical research at University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center and 3-4 satellite clinics. Excellent clinical skills are required. The division is a very active site for federally and industry sponsored research, and opportunities exist to participate in research.
In 2024, we recruited our first pediatric optometry resident and 2026 anticipate recruiting our first adult optometry resident. The department has a longstanding optometric externship program with The Ohio State University, Western University of the Health Sciences, Indiana University, Salus University and the New England College of Optometry. Additionally, the department supports three fellowship positions (pediatric ophthalmology, glaucoma, and retina), and an 18 resident ophthalmology training program.
Requirements
The successful candidate must maintain high clinical and ethical standards that will be carried into decision-making processes, adhere to compliance measures, establish and promote an atmosphere of unity through collaborative practice and effective communication between all staff disciplines, and foster a high level of patient and staff satisfaction.
The candidate must be a graduate of a United States accredited School of Optometry and have passed all parts of the NBEO exam. The candidate must also possess/maintain a current, full and unrestricted license to practice optometry in the State of Ohio…
Hiring process
Interested individuals should apply and submit a Curriculum Vitae and three letters of recommendation addressed to:
Douglas J. Rhee, M.D.
Professor and Chair
Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences/ The UH Eye Institute
University Hospitals/ Case Western Reserve University
Thomas Stokkermans, O.D., Ph.D., F.A.A.O.
Associate Professor and Director Optometry Service
Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences/ The UH Eye Institute
University Hospitals/ Case Western Reserve University