Optometrist
Cincinnati Children's Hospital
Job Description
At Cincinnati Children’s, we come to work with one goal: to make children’s health better. We believe in a holistic team approach, both in caring for patients and their families, and in advancing science and discovery. We strive to do better and find energy and inspiration in our shared purpose. If you want to be the best you can be, you can do it at Cincinnati Children’s.
Cincinnati Children's is:
- Recognized by U.S. News & World Report as a top 10 best children's hospitals in the nation for more than 15 years
- Second Among All Children's Hospitals for National Institutes of Health (NIH) Funding
- Recognized as one of America’s Best Large Employers (2025) , America’s Best Employers for New Grads (2024)
- One of the nation's America’s Most Innovative Companies as noted by Fortune
- Consistently certified as great place to work
- A Leading Disability Employer as noted by the National Organization on Disability
- Magnet® designated for the fourth consecutive time by the American Nurses Credentialing Center (ANCC)
The Division of Pediatric Ophthalmology at Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is currently seeking a residency trained optometrist to join our team.
The Division of Pediatric Ophthalmology is committed to advancing pediatric eye care including through excellence in clinical practice, research and innovation. The clinical division is comprised of twelve pediatric ophthalmologists and nine residency-trained optometrists who see nearly 50,000 outpatient visits annually. Our team provides comprehensive eye care including for refractive error, myopia control, amblyopia, strabismus, glaucoma, retinopathy of prematurity, anterior and posterior segment dysgenesis and inherited disease. Our sub-specialty clinics include pediatric retina, uveitis, oculoplastics and cornea, low vision rehabilitation, ophthalmic genetics and pediatric specialty contact lenses.
Cincinnati Children's Hospital Medical Center is ranked as a Best Children's Hospitals in U.S. News & World Report’s 2024-25 edition of America’s Best Children's Hospitals. This includes #1 rankings in pediatric cancer, pediatric gastroenterology and GI surgery, pediatric pulmonology and lung surgery. Cincinnati Children’s Hospital Medical Center is ranked in the top 3 in orthopedics, neurology and neurosurgery, nephrology, and pediatric diabetes and endocrinology. We offer competitive compensation and benefits packages, as well as assistance in moving to one of America's most livable cities.
JOB QUALIFICATIONS
M.D., D.O., or equivalent degree
Current active medical license issued by the State of Ohio or eligible for license
Appropriate medical credentialing through the Medical Staff Services offices
Completion of all required pre-employment activities
Clinical Instructor appointment or eligibility
Prior clinical practice experience may be required based on area of clinical specialty
Market Leading Benefits Including*:
Medical coverage starting day 1 of employment. View employee benefits here.
Competitive retirement plans
Tuition reimbursement for continuing education
Expansive employee discount programs through our many community partners
Shift Differential, Weekend Differential, and Weekend Option Pay Programs
Referral bonus program for current staff!
Support through Employee Resource Groups such as African American Professionals Advisory Council, Asian Cultural and Professional Group, EQUAL - LGBTQA Resource Group, Juntos - Hispanic/Latin Resource Group, Veterans and Military Family Advocacy Network, and Young Professionals (YP) Resource Group
Physical and mental health wellness programs
Relocation assistance available for qualified positions
*Benefits may vary based on FTE Status and Position Type
Primary Location
Location E
Schedule
Full time
Shift
Day (United States of America)
Department
Ophthalmology
Employee Status
Regular
FTE
1
Weekly Hours
40
Comprehensive job description provided upon request.
Cincinnati Children’s is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to creating an environment of dignity and respect for all our employees, patients, and families. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, genetic information, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity, disability or protected veteran status. EEO/Veteran/Disability
