Licensure/Certification Qualifications:OptometristVirginia, MNPRACTICE SPECIFICSWe are looking for an energetic, patient-centered team player to join our existing group.Our ideal candidate will work closely with our existing, in-house Ophthalmologists.1.0 FTE (36 patient contact hours)Established practice in Virginia with possible outreach.Primary care eye services, patients of all ages.State-of-the-art clinic overlooking a golf course!Full-service clinic including, laboratory, radiology, retail pharmacy and optical shop, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, Cancer Center, Regional Heart Center with CHF clinic, and warfarin clinicMulti-specialty group including, family practice, ENT, anesthesia, dermatology, general surgery, wound care, ophthalmology, occupational medicine, OB/GYN, orthopedic surgery, podiatry, urology, primary care/sports medicine and allied health providers including a certified athletic trainerEPIC as EMR that is integrated with entire Essentia systemREQUIREMENTSTPA licensed in Minnesota or eligibleLOCATIONApprox. 60 miles from Duluth, MN; 150 miles north of Minneapolis/St. PaulService area: 30,000Virginia population: 9,000Located near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, Superior National Forest, Voyagers National Park and Mesabi Bike Trail. Close access to miles of cross country ski trails and snowmobile trails.COMPENSATION$170,000 Hired candidates may be eligible to receive additional compensation in the form of bonuses, quality incentives or production based compensation.Essentia Health is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, sexual identity, national origin, disability, or protected Veteran Status.Search or Apply online at www.essentiahealth.org/careers or contact:Kris Reardon, Physician RecruiterEmail: Employee Benefits at Essentia Health*: Health Coverage:Medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, plus supplemental health benefit options to ensure employees' well-being.Retirement Savings Plans: 401(k) with employer contributions to support long-term financial security.Professional Development:Opportunities for career growth through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.Work-Life Balance:Flexible scheduling, time off, holidays, and personal leave to help employees manage their professional and personal lives.Employee Wellness Programs:Initiatives focused on physical, mental, and emotional health, including fitness memberships, counseling services, and wellness activities.*Eligibility for Essentia Health’s benefit programs vary. Please refer to the benefit summary provided to you, or contact our HR Service Center at for more information.Job Location:Essentia Virginia HospitalShift Rotation:Day/Eve/Night Rotation (United States of America)FTE:1