Optometrist (Instructor in Optometric Sciences)

6 days ago


New York, NY, United States Columbia University Full time

The Department of Ophthalmology at Columbia University Irving Medical Center is seeking a full-time optometrist to join our multi-specialty, multi-site, tertiary care practices in Manhattan. The optometrist will be integrated into the department's clinical teams, working alongside ophthalmologists in patient care while also providing comprehensive optometric care.

Responsibilities Include:

  • Participate in co-management of patients with ophthalmologists across subspecialties, including pre- and post-operative care.
  • Provide comprehensive optometry, including refractions, contact lens care, and ocular disease management.
  • Collaborate with ophthalmology and other health care providers to ensure continuity of care.
  • Work effectively as a team member and provide the highest-level quality of service and care.
  • Engage in academic medicine, with opportunities for teaching and research if desired.
  • Maintain compliance with all current organizational, state and federal regulations pertaining to optometry.

  • Graduation from an accredited school of optometry.
  • Currently licensed by New York State.
  • Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal and organizational skills.
  • Completion of a residency in optometry required.
  • Minimum of two (2) years of experience preferred.

Columbia University is an Equal Opportunity Employer / Disability / Veteran

Pay Transparency Disclosure

The salary of the finalist selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to departmental budgets, qualifications, experience, education, licenses, specialty, and training. The above hiring range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.



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