Description
Location
- Fairbanks,
- Alaska
- Compensation: Production-based model with earning potential $200,000+, full benefits, and relocation support
Experience the midnight sun, the northern lights, and a truly unforgettable way of life—while making a meaningful impact on eye care in Alaska’s Interior.
- Mountain View Eye Center is a progressive, full-service ophthalmic medical and surgical practice located in beautiful Fairbanks, Alaska.
- Our mission is to provide compassionate, high-quality eye care with a personalized touch for the unique and diverse communities we serve.
- As a cornerstone eye-care provider in the region, we pride ourselves on combining advanced technology with genuine, relationship-based care.
- We are seeking a Medical Optometrist to join our collaborative, patient-centered team.
- This is a rare opportunity to practice full-scope optometry alongside fellowship-trained ophthalmologists in a modern, high-volume medical setting—while enjoying an adventurous lifestyle that only Alaska can offer.
- What You’ll Do
- Provide comprehensive optometric care to a broad and medically diverse patient population
- Work closely with ophthalmologists in a respected co-management model
- Evaluate and manage a wide range of ocular conditions such as: – Post-operative cases – Glaucoma, Anterior/posterior segment disease, Ocular trauma, Neuro-ophthalmic disorders
- Complete thorough medical histories and create customized treatment plans
- Educate patients on conditions, treatments, and preventive eye health
- Demonstrate exceptional interpersonal and communication skills
- Perform other duties as needed to support excellent patient care
Requirements
- Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree
- Eligibility for Alaska State Optometry licensure
- 1–2+ years of medical optometry experience or completion of an ACOE-accredited residency
- Strong preference for experience in a medically focused or surgical co-management setting
- A passion for patient care, teamwork, and continuous professional growth
Benefits
- Highly competitive compensation with earning potential of $200,000+ under a production-based model
- Comprehensive benefits package, including: – Medical, dental, and vision insurance – 401(k) with employer contribution – Company-paid life insurance – Robust ancillary benefits – Generous PTO and paid holidays –EEO workplace
- Relocation assistance to help make your move seamless
- Supportive, professional, and collegial environment where your skills are valued
- A chance to live in one of Alaska’s most scenic and welcoming communities, where you can enjoy: – World-class hiking, fishing, skiing, dog mushing, and outdoor adventure – A tight-knit, family-friendly community with a rich cultural heritage
