Optometrist Position Available In Penobscot, Maine
Tallo's Job Summary: The Optometrist position in Lincoln, Maine offers a base salary of $120,000 to $180,000 with benefits that include Continuing Medical Education allowance, health, vision, and dental insurance, paid time off, and retirement plan. Responsibilities include providing eye care, prescribing treatments, and collaborating with healthcare teams. Qualifications include a Doctor of Optometry degree and Maine state license.
Job Description
Optometrist
Healthcare
Lincoln, Maine
Direct Hire
May 16, 2025
Our client is a nonprofit, federally qualified health center serving over 20,000 Mainers across nine locations. The Lincoln clinic offers optometry services as part of our client’s commitment to providing accessible, inclusive, and affordable healthcare to all, regardless of ability to pay.
Salary:
Base salary of $120,000 to $180,000 (negotiable based on experience)
Benefits:
$2,500 and 40 hours annually for Continuing Medical Education (CME)
Comprehensive Health, Vision, and Dental Insurance available after 60 days, with employer covering 80% for employees, 50% for employee + spouse/children, and 40% for family plans.
Free dental services for employee and family
Generous paid time off, including 120 hours of vacation in the first year (160 hours annually thereafter) and up to 64 hours of combined PTO/earned leave in year one (88 hours annually after).
10 paid holidays per year
Professional Liability Insurance (FTCA coverage provided at no cost)
401(k) Retirement Plan with employer match up to 4%
Life Insurance coverage at twice the employee’s annual salary
Job Summary:
The Optometrist provides comprehensive eye care, including vision exams, diagnosis, treatment, and management of eye conditions, while collaborating with an integrated primary care team in a rural, community-focused setting.
Job Responsibilities:
Conduct vision testing and diagnostic eye exams.
Prescribe corrective lenses and therapeutic medications.
Provide pre- and post-operative eye care.
Identify systemic health conditions (e.g., diabetes) and refer as needed.
Collaborate with healthcare providers and participate in quality initiatives.
Maintain accurate medical records and uphold safety/compliance standards.
Engage in community outreach and professional development.
Qualifications:
Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited program.
Licensed or license-eligible in the State of Maine.
Board Certification from the National Board of Examiners in Optometry.
Experience in rural or community healthcare preferred.
Clean background and valid driver’s license.
