The University of Iowa Health Care Department of Ophthalmology and Visual Sciences has a long-standing history of providing outstanding care for our patients, conducting leading-edge, collaborative research, and educating the next generation of ophthalmologists and vision science researchers. The department is currently seeking a Visiting Optometrist to join a team of established providers. Appointment at the level of visiting assistant, associate or professor, commensurate with experience. The position entails clinical activity totaling 10-20 hours per week with the possibility of increasing effort at University of Iowa Health Care's Iowa River Landing Ambulatory site as well as possible outreach sites. Clinical work will be performed in the late afternoon/early evening hours with the possibility for Saturday AM clinics as staffing and other resources allow. This is a negotiable position with the possibility for increased FTE above 50% effort. As with all members of the faculty, expectations include maintaining high clinical and ethical standards that are carried into the decision-making process. Adhering to compliance measures, establishing, and promoting an atmosphere of unity through collaborative practice and effective communication, and fostering a high level of patient and staff satisfaction. The department currently supports 18 residents and 6 first year interns in the Ophthalmology training program, as well as fellowships in Pediatric Ophthalmology, Pediatric Inherited eye disorders, Glaucoma, Neuro Ophthalmology, Cornea, Oculoplastics and Surgical and Medical Retina. The department has multiple providers conducting clinical research strongly supported by a trials team and institutional resources. In addition to the trials team, the University of Iowa Institute for Vision Research is home to a world class team of scientist aimed at curing blindness. Education Requirement: * Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from a school or College of Optometry accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education Required Qualifications: * Two (2) or more years of experience in contact lens and/or and primary eye care * Completion of a 1-year optometric residency or commensurate experience * Demonstrated commitment to clinical care * Must be eligible to work in the US. Certifications * Must be licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of Iowa. Desirable Qualifications: * Demonstrated experience working effectively in a welcoming and respectful workplace environment. * Fellowship in or be eligible for fellowship in the American Academy of Optometry (FAAO) For more information, please contact: Contact name: Melissa Monhollon, SPHR Title: HR Manager Email address: melissa-monhollon@uiowa.edu (mailto:mark-wilkinson@uiowa.edu) Department website: https://medicine.uiowa.edu/eye/ (https://medicine.uiowa.edu/eye/) To apply for this position, please visit http://jobs.uiowa.edu (http://jobs.uiowa.edu/). Successful candidates will be required to self-disclose any misconduct history or pending research misconduct investigation including but not limited to sexual misconduct in prior employment and provide a related release and will be subject to a criminal background and credential check. The University of Iowa is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment free from discrimination on the basis of race, creed, color, religion, national origin, age, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and related conditions), disability, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, service in the U.S. military, sexual orientation, or associational preferences. |
University of Iowa
Dec 30, 2025