We are pleased to offer a range of Ophthalmology and Optometry opportunities across our client network. Please contact us for current openings and upcoming roles.
NOTE: because of the dynamic nature of this industry, openings come and go all the time. We may have jobs that are not yet posted, and some posted positions may already be filled. Contact us today for the latest information in your job specialty!
Call 207-891-9003, or email Cal Weaver, CPC, our Director of Recruitment, at 
Cal@AcadiaPR.com.
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Maine:
A respected Federally Qualified Health Center with over 50 years of service seeks multiple Optometrists to join their expanding clinical team. With multiple practice sites across central and northern Maine, this nonprofit delivers primary care, urgent care, mental health, dentistry, podiatry, physical therapy, and more to underserved communities.
This is a full-time, outpatient role providing comprehensive eye care as part of an integrated primary care team. The organization is actively recruiting for several locations, allowing you to choose a setting that fits your lifestyle and preferences. Each site offers a supportive clinical environment with modern facilities and collaboration alongside primary care and behavioral health providers.
Current practice site options include:
– Patten / Houlton
– Lincoln
– Corinth
– Dover-Foxcroft / Brownville
You will provide full-scope optometry services including vision exams, diagnosis and treatment of eye conditions, prescribing corrective lenses, and manage ocular health.
You will:
· Perform comprehensive eye exams and develop treatment plans
· Diagnose visual impairments and eye diseases
· Prescribe glasses, contact lenses, and medications
· Provide patient education and preventive eye care
· Collaborate with primary care providers and refer to specialists as needed
Become part of a coordinated care model, contributing to improved health outcomes across a diverse patient population.
Position Highlights
· Outpatient-only optometry role
· 4 day/week schedule (no nights, weekends, or holidays)
· Average patient volume approximately 16 patients per day
· Opportunity to work in one primary site with occasional coverage as needed
· Integrated care model with strong provider collaboration
· Mission-driven organization serving rural and underserved populations
Compensation & Benefits
· Competitive salary based on experience
· Federal liability protection (FTCA) provided
· Health, dental, vision, life, and disability coverage
· Retirement plan with employer match
· Generous PTO plus 10 paid holidays
· CME time with a $2,500 annual expense allowance
· NHSC Loan Repayment Site
Maine ranks among the very best places to live: #2 Best Quality of Life, #3 Safest State, #3 Climate Safe Haven, and #1 for Air Quality in the USA.
This multi-site opportunity spans a broad region of central and northern Maine, offering a range of living options from small-town communities to more developed service hubs. You can choose a setting that fits your lifestyle, whether that means a quiet rural town, a lakeside home, or a location closer to larger amenities. Outdoor recreation is exceptional and truly part of daily life here. The region is home to Baxter State Park and Mt. Katahdin, Maine’s tallest peak, along with countless lakes, rivers, and trail systems for hiking, boating, fishing, snowmobiling, and skiing throughout all four seasons.
Bangor serves as the primary regional hub, with a population over 100,000, a growing dining and arts scene, and Bangor International Airport offering direct and connecting flights for easy travel. The Canadian border is within a few hours’ drive, offering additional options for travel and exploration. Residents enjoy affordable housing, low traffic, and a strong sense of community, along with access to shopping, healthcare, and cultural amenities across the region. This is an ideal setting for providers seeking a balanced lifestyle with space, nature, and meaningful community connection. Please contact us today to learn more.
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Augusta: We invite a sharp Ophthalmologist to join an established comprehensive ophthalmology practice in Maine's dynamic capital city, just one hour from Portland. This private practice is affiliated with Maine’s third largest healthcare system – Maine’s newest hospital – a 192-bed regional medical center. You will be employed by this busy practice, and enjoy working in a comfortable, state-of-the-art environment. The relocation of a specialist created an opening for you! Join a pair of experienced Ophthalmologists and three Optometrists serving nearly over 60,000 area residents around the scenic Kennebec Valley. A partnership opportunity is potentially available!
This general practice provides treatment for cataracts, diabetes, retinal occlusions, macular degeneration, glaucoma, and more. If you have an area of subspecialty interest, you will be supported in developing that practice. You will find all the tools you need on-site for patient evaluation, diagnosis and treatment, including argon and YAG lasers, Octopus visual field, Cirrus HD-OCT, LenStar, B- and A-scans, digital photography, and a Tear Lab. The office houses 13 lanes, an optical dispensary, and a minor surgery suite. The most complex surgeries take place in the nearby hospital. The practice has integrated electronic health records – and a friendly, experienced and certified staff!
Enjoy a convenient weekday schedule and light call shared with your practice associates, and with other area practices. You will be employed by the practice and earn an excellent salary plus productivity bonuses along with paid liability insurance, health and disability insurance, paid holidays, paid time off for sick leave and vacations, participation in a 401K and profit sharing plan, and more!
Augusta is many things at once: Maine's historic capital city, a growing college town, and a family-friendly community with welcoming neighborhoods and excellent schools, all situated in scenic south-central Maine. Entrepreneurs start, grow, and maintain a variety of businesses here. Students learn in first-rate schools, libraries, historic and cultural facilities. Augusta’s impressive and growing shopping district offers dozens of unique shops, numerous name-brand stores and restaurants, and entertainment venues too, including the Civic Center.
Augusta spans both sides of the scenic Kennebec River – a well-used waterway for early explorers, and later for loggers – and today, mostly used for recreation. Kayaking, whitewater rafting, fishing and hunting, cross-country skiing, snowmobiling and more are enjoyed by locals and visitors alike. Take advantage of local hiking and biking trails, award-winning golf courses, and easily accessible ski resorts.
This area is marked by picturesque lakes and rivers where bald eagles are regularly spotted. Waterfront homes are available within the city limits, and in the popular Lakes region adjacent to the city. Take your pick of many welcoming neighborhoods, and small towns adjacent to Augusta. Whether you prefer in-town living, a golf-side condo, or several acres to call your own, you’ll have choices here!
Augusta is just an hour from Portland - one of the most desirable cities in New England, with a very active social scene that includes the popular Old Port district of eateries and nightclubs, and literally hundreds more restaurants serving the finest seafood, and international fare from two dozen regions. Additional amenities include the convenient international Jetport, several exciting semipro sports teams, scenic harborside dining, numerous galleries and museums, live theater, an acclaimed symphony orchestra, and much more. Boston is three hours from Augusta. Contact us today to explore this great opportunity!
Vermont:
Rutland: A respected regional medical center serving a large population in central Vermont seeks an experienced Ophthalmologist to serve as Medical Director of its established hospital-employed practice. This is a unique opportunity to combine clinical excellence with leadership in a collaborative, high-functioning environment. You will join a busy, well-supported practice alongside another ophthalmologist, an optometrist, and an experienced team of Certified Ophthalmic Assistants, providing comprehensive eye care to a broad regional population.
This is a full-time position offering a mix of clinical practice and leadership responsibilities. You will help guide program development, support quality initiatives, and work closely with hospital leadership to ensure continued growth and excellence in ophthalmology services. You will enjoy a strong surgical practice with assigned OR block time in a state-of-the-art procedure center, supported by updated equipment and an experienced OR team. Call is shared at 1:4 with a minimal burden, supporting a balanced and sustainable practice.
You will be employed by this nonprofit regional medical center – the state’s second largest – and practice in a modern, well-equipped facility in a highly desirable New England setting. This is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer.
Practice Details
· Hospital-employed ophthalmology practice with leadership role
· Serve as Medical Director with program development and oversight responsibilities
· Join an established team including ophthalmologist, optometrist, and certified assistants
· High-volume surgical practice with dedicated ophthalmology OR suite
· Assigned OR block time in a modern procedure center
· Shared call (1:4) with minimal call burden
· Collaborative environment with strong hospital and administrative support
Compensation & Benefits
· Highly competitive salary with productivity incentives
· Sign-on bonus and relocation assistance
· Educational loan repayment and PSLF-eligible employer
· Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
· Liability insurance with tail coverage provided
· Retirement plan with employer contributions
· Generous paid time off plus CME time and allowance
Vermont ranks #1 for Best Quality of Life and #1 Healthiest State, and #2 Safest and #2 Most Peaceful State in the USA. Vermont is a Top 5 Best State for Climate Change Preparedness.
Live and work in the heart of Vermont’s Green Mountains, just 20 minutes from Killington – the largest ski area in the East. This family-friendly city offers excellent schools, a low crime rate, and a high quality of life. Enjoy a vibrant arts and culture scene, local farmers markets, safe neighborhoods, and a strong sense of community. Outdoor enthusiasts will appreciate year-round recreation including hiking, biking, golf, fishing, kayaking, snowshoeing, and world-class skiing.
This location also offers easy access to Burlington, Albany, Boston, Montreal, and the Maine coast - making it a highly desirable base for both personal and professional fulfillment. Contact us today to learn more about this rewarding new opportunity.