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Sanford Health

Sanford Health Physician - Optometry Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

Location MN, Detroit Lakes

Specialty Optometry

Visas Accepted N/A

Practice Details

Sanford Health is seeking an Optometrist certified by the NBEO (National Board of Examiners in Optometry) to join its optical group in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota.

  • Established 2 physician practice supported by staff who are cross -trained as opticians and technicians.

  • New in 2021, retail optical shop and optometry department are located across the street from the main campus on Washington Avenue. Private office with floor to ceiling windows..

  • No call responsibilities.

  • Current schedule has been Monday-Friday 8:00am -5:00pm . Option to work 4 or 5 days a week with flexibility on start and end of day.

  • Current optometrist sees 15-20 patients per day

  • Multispecialty group practice including audiology, behavioral health, dermatology, family practice, internal medicine, obstetrics & gynecology, orthopedics, podiatry, surgery, urology, physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech therapy, and outreach from Fargo for other specialties including opthalmology.

  • Must be licensed or eligible for licensure to practice medicine in the State of Minnesota.

  • Two -year guaranteed compensation with the opportunity to earn upside from Day One.

Compensation Package

Sanford Health offers a nationally competitive compensation plan with an additional physician benefits package including a health, dental and vision insurance, 401K plan, short-term and long-term disability, life insurance, CME allowance, allowed time away, malpractice insurance and tail coverage, and a relocation allowance. Annual compensation floor range (based on 1.0 FTE): $146,644 - $189,775 plus estimated potential to exceed compensation floor from personally performed wRVUs. Additional incentives may be offered. Actual compensation offers may vary and are determined based on multiple factors including education, training, certification, experience, scope of practice and actual job requirements.

About this Community

Detroit Lakes has a population of 9,869 and unofficial population during summer months is much higher, estimated to peak about 13,000, due to seasonal residents and tourists. Located 45 miles to the east of Fargo-Moorhead and 205 miles southeast of Minneapolis-St. Paul. It is a regional summer and winter recreation destination! Live and work where you play!

About Sanford Health

Sanford Health is improving the human condition. This vision is at the heart of everything we do. We believe in caring for those in need and making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Our calling has led us to take bold steps, enacting change in health care that impacts the well-being of people across the street and the globe.

Headquartered in the heart of the Upper Midwest, Sanford Health has been a pioneer in health care for more than 120 years. We are:

  • The largest integrated health systems in the nation
  • A dynamic presence in research, education, health insurance, senior living care, global health and genomic medicine

At Sanford Health, we believe that integrating our care efforts empowers our health system to expand our capabilities and expertise in key areas that benefit patients. By coordinating quality and safety, research and innovation, clinical expertise and strong patient-provider partnerships, we guarantee that each and every patient receives exceptional care.

Job Function Physicians

Req Number R-0217932

Equal Employment Opportunity

Sanford and its affiliate brands have consistently operated under the principle of equal treatment for all persons without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, gender, gender identity, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, marital status, disability, military or veteran status, in regard to public assistance or any other basis prohibited by applicable federal, state or local law.

Physician Benefits

We offer an attractive Physician benefits package that is comprehensive, flexible and affordable. Traditional benefit options include health insurance, 401(k) retirement savings plan, company paid benefits like basic life insurance and disability and other voluntary benefit solutions. We also provide other non-traditional benefits like employee perks, generous time away and well-being assistance so you can bring your best self to work every day.

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Meet Our Physicians

Luis Garcia, MD

President, Sanford Clinic

“Sanford is an organization that is very in tune with its values. It is an organization that is extremely invested in their employees and clinicians. We call ourselves a family and we relate as a family members.”

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