PHYSICIAN - Optometry - Virginia, MN

Job Overview

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• We are looking for an energetic, patient-centered team player to join our existing group.
• Our ideal candidate will work closely with our existing, in-house Ophthalmologists.
• Established practice in Virginia with possible outreach.
• Primary care eye services for patients of all ages.
• State‑of‑the‑art clinic overlooking a golf course.
• Full‑service clinic including laboratory, radiology, retail pharmacy and optical shop, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, Cancer Center, Regional Heart Center with CHF clinic, and warfarin clinic.
• Multi‑specialty group including family practice, ENT, anesthesia, dermatology, general surgery, wound care, ophthalmology, occupational medicine, OB/GYN, orthopedic surgery, podiatry, urology, primary care/sports medicine and allied health providers including a certified athletic trainer.
• EPIC as EMR integrated with the entire Essentia system.
• 1.0 FTE (36 patient contact hours).

• Optometrist
• Virginia, MN

• TPA licensed in Minnesota or eligible.

• Approx. 60 miles from Duluth, MN; 150 miles north of Minneapolis/St. Paul.
• Service area: 30,000.
• Virginia population: 9,000.
• Located near the Boundary Waters Canoe Area, Superior National Forest, Voyagers National Park and Mesabi Bike Trail. Close access to miles of cross‑country ski trails and snowmobile trails.

• $170,000 plus potential bonuses, quality incentives or production‑based compensation for hired candidates.

At Essentia Health, we’re committed to supporting your well‑being, growth, and work‑life balance. Our comprehensive benefits include medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, along with supplemental options to fit your needs. We offer a 401(k) plan with employer contributions to help you plan for the future, and we invest in your professional development through training, tuition reimbursement, and educational programs.

To help you thrive both at work and at home, we provide flexible scheduling, generous time off, and wellness resources focused on your physical, mental, and emotional health. Please note that benefit eligibility may vary. For full details, refer to your benefit summary or contact our HR Service Center at (218) 576‑0000.

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Laurie Swor, Senior Physician Recruiter
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Essentia Virginia Hospital, Day/Eve/Night Rotation. FTE: 1.

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