Lead Optometrist - Richland Hospital

TITLE/SPECIALTY

Optometrist

Location

Southwestern Wisconsin

Position Highlights:

Work-Life Balance:

Four-day work week (Monday through Thursday) with no call requirements, offering an excellent work-life balance.

Desirable Practice Setting, Ideal Work Environment:

Non-profit, critical access hospital with approximately 400 employees. The clinic department includes around 30 providers offering family practice, urgent care, orthopedics, podiatry, gynecology, and general surgery services.

Ideal Work Environment:

The clinic is being remodeled to include two dedicated eye lanes for the new optometry service line, a private office for the optometrist, and two additional rooms for OCT and visual field equipment.

Favorable Call Schedule:

No call requirements.

Culture & Support, Support & Networking:

Collaborative, family-oriented culture with strong interdisciplinary support among providers.

Partnership Opportunities, Leadership Opportunities, Professional Growth Opportunities:

Opportunity to build and lead a brand-new service line for the hospital, providing high-impact, community-centered care.

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive Compensation, Competitive Salary, Compensation, Financial Package:

Annual salary of $150,000 for a four-day work week.

Generous Performance Bonus, Generous Quality Bonus, Generous Bonus, Competitive Bonus Opportunity, Additional Bonus Incentives:

Additional incentive compensation for annual wRVUs exceeding 5,000, paid at a conversion factor of $35.00.

Sign-On Bonus, Retention Bonus:

$10,000 sign-on bonus.

Comprehensive Benefits Package, Competitive Benefits, Benefits Package, Full Benefits:

Full benefits offered on the same terms as all employees, including health, dental, vision, life/AD&D, short- and long-term disability insurance, and retirement plans.

Relocation Assistance, Relocation Stipend:

Up to $12,000 in relocation assistance (requires at least two bids).

Student Loan Repayment Assistance:

Not offered.

Professional Development, Professional Growth:

Up to $7,000 annually in CME allowance.

Additional Perks, Additional Benefits:

• Tail-covered malpractice insurance.
• Licensure, dues, and subscriptions covered (NBEO certification; DEA if applicable; optometry license).
• Retirement plan includes 4% employer match after eligibility; employees can defer immediately into 403(b) and 457 plans.
• PTO accrues approximately seven weeks per year (includes vacation, holiday, and sick time).

Qualifications:

Degree:

Doctor of Optometry (OD).

Certifications:

NBEO certification required.

Licensure:

Optometry license (DEA if applicable).

Skillset:

Ability to provide comprehensive optometric care, integrate within a multi-specialty clinical team, and help establish a new service line.

Experience:

Experience preferred but not required; new graduates encouraged to apply.

Sponsorship:

No visa sponsorship available.

About the Community

Top Ranked Location:

Located in the scenic Driftless Area of southwestern Wisconsin.

Major Metro, Medium-Sized Metro, Small Metro, Suburban Community, Rural Community:

Charming rural community surrounded by rolling hills, winding rivers, and abundant natural beauty.

Lifestyle & Affordability:

An ideal blend of small-town hospitality and outdoor adventure, offering an affordable cost of living, historic character, and family-friendly activities year-round.

Prime Location:

Nestled among the Ocooch mountain range and along a winding river, this community provides a rich mix of natural beauty and cultural heritage. Locals enjoy a balance of peaceful country living with easy access to nearby regional hubs.

Education:

Excellent local schools with strong community engagement, plus proximity to universities and technical colleges throughout southwestern Wisconsin.

Community Attributes:

• Bursting with unique architecture and history, including numerous buildings on the National Register of Historic Places.
• Locals enjoy cultural and family-friendly events such as “Finally Friday” gatherings with live music and lectures, and the annual Wheels of Time Festival celebrating vintage vehicles.
• The area’s vibrant downtown features independent shops, local restaurants, and cozy gathering spots like an independent bookstore and a retro roller rink.
• Outdoor enthusiasts can explore nearby trails, kayak or fish the local river, or visit ancient effigy mounds and apple orchards that showcase Wisconsin’s natural beauty.

Easy Travel, Convenient Location, Prime Location:

Accessible to several major Wisconsin cities for shopping, entertainment, and travel, while maintaining the serenity and charm of rural life.

Vibrant Lifestyle:

Enjoy a welcoming community set amidst scenic landscapes, historic charm, and endless opportunities for recreation and relaxation in the heart of Wisconsin’s Driftless Region.