Optometrist - Boston, MA

Optometrist, Instructor of Ophthalmology
New England Eye Center at Tufts Medical Center
Boston, Massachusetts

The New England Eye Center (NEEC) in Boston, MA is seeking a full-time optometrist to join our department.  NEEC is part of Tufts Medical Center (TMC), the principal teaching hospital of the Tufts University School of Medicine (TUSM).  TMC is one of the hospitals of Tufts Medicine health system and provides care for patients across Massachusetts and New England. 

Responsibilities would involve providing the full scope of comprehensive eye care, including contact lenses (both cosmetic and therapeutic), within a multi-disciplinary setting. The position requires a commitment to excellence in clinical care, strong communication skills in patient care, and strong interpersonal skills in working with other faculty, staff, administration, and students. 

Who you are:

• Doctor of optometry
• Completion of optometric residency preferred
• Enthusiasm in building a busy clinical practice in medical optometry, including contact lenses/specialty contact lenses
• Commitment to student education and interest in teaching, lecturing, and mentoring
• Board certified in optometry, must possess MA license
• State of MA glaucoma certification required

Why join our team:

Our department consists of distinguished clinicians, educators and researchers who cover the full spectrum of visual health, from routine to complex care. The Department features innovative ophthalmic technology to complement our physicians’ expertise, putting us on par with the most advanced eye centers anywhere. We facilitate over 90,000 ambulatory care visits a year and perform over 8,000 surgeries a year, providing diagnosis and treatment in all subspecialties of Ophthalmology including cataracts, corneal disorders, refractive disorders, glaucoma, oculo-facial plastic and orbital disorders, and vitreoretinal disorders. Diagnosis and monitoring of treatment are facilitated by over seventy state-of-the-art ophthalmic devices. Together, we provide superb ophthalmic care for our patients.

Work, Live, and Grow:

The Department of Ophthalmology Tufts Medicine offers a competitive salary commensurate with academic training and practice experience.

Apply: You can submit an application via the apply button located at the top of the listing. Should you have any questions please feel free to reach out to Michael Martin, Senior Physician Recruiter, at michael.martin1@tuftsmedicine.org.

The New England Eye Center has locations in Boston, Brookline, Cambridge, Framingham, and Wellesley, Massachusetts. We also partner with affiliates across New England. Boston is a highly desirable location to work and live. This historic city is known for its outstanding academic institutions, excellent public and private schools, miles of coastal and island beaches, proximity to New Hampshire and Vermont mountains for skiing and outdoor activities, local arts and cultural attractions including the Boston Symphony, Museum of Fine Arts, and professional sporting teams with the Boston Red Sox, Celtics, Bruins, New England Patriots and Revolution. In addition, the city offers a vibrant nightlife of restaurants, theaters, and other activities. It is serviced by Boston Logan International Airport.

Candidates should provide a letter of interest and curriculum vitae to:

ChiHae Kwan, OD
Director of Optometry Services
New England Eye Center
Tufts Medical Center, Tufts Medicine
Chihae.kwan@tuftsmedicine.org

About Tufts Medicine:

Tufts Medicine is a leading integrated health system bringing together the best of academic and community healthcare to deliver exceptional, connected and accessible care experiences to consumers across Massachusetts. Comprised of Tufts Medical Center, Lowell General Hospital, MelroseWakefield Hospital, Lawrence Memorial Hospital of Medford, Care at Home - an expansive home care network, and large integrated physician network. We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity and inclusion at Tufts Medicine. Tufts Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, national origin, gender identity and/or expression, marital status or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law. We will ensure that individuals with disabilities are provided reasonable accommodation to participate in the job application or interview process, to perform essential job functions, and to receive other benefits and privileges of employment. Please contact us to request accommodation by emailing us at careers@tuftsmedicine.org.