Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center

Community health center delivering primary care

Director of Optometry

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeWorcester, MA, USA$106k - $140k /yr

About the Job

Requirements

A Doctor of Optometry degree from an ACOE-accredited institution and a current Massachusetts optometry license are required.
Residency training in community health or VA optometry is preferred; otherwise, at least 3 years of clinical optometry experience is required.
At least 1 year of teaching, precepting, or higher education experience is required.
Commitment to student success, professional education, and inclusive learning environments is required.
Strong communication, organization, customer service, and relationship-building skills are required.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and leadership is required.
Knowledge of clinical operations, workflow management, data analysis, budgeting, and performance improvement is required.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment is required.
Flexibility to work occasional weekends and holidays as needed is required.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and healthcare technology systems is required.

Responsibilities

Support clinical education, mentorship, and professional development of optometry students rotating through Kennedy Community Health sites.
Provide clinical supervision and leadership to ensure high-quality patient care and customer service.
Orient, train, coach, and evaluate assigned staff and clinical preceptors in collaboration with Kennedy Community Health and MCPHS leadership.
Monitor clinical operations, programs, and facilities to ensure compliance with organizational and professional standards.
Analyze operational data and reports to identify trends, improve workflows, and enhance performance.
Ensure appropriate staffing and efficient use of departmental resources.
Promote culturally competent, inclusive care and learning environments for patients and students.
Develop partnerships with professional organizations to support educational and clinical initiatives.
Use electronic medical records and other healthcare technologies to support patient care, operations, and student training.
Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards and serve as the primary contact for surveys and audits.
Participate in committees and quality improvement initiatives focused on operational excellence.
Lead clinical peer reviews and support evaluation of student preceptors.
Develop and implement policies, standard operating procedures, workflows, schedules, and other operational tools to improve efficiency and productivity.
Partner with the Associate Dean for Clinical Programs to ensure high-quality, evidence-based clinical education and precepting.
Precept and mentor optometry student interns across Kennedy Community Health sites through direct supervision, feedback, and advising.
Maintain clinical expertise to support exceptional patient care and student learning.
Evaluate and enhance the student experience through performance metrics and feedback.
Provide direct patient care as needed to ensure continuity of services.
Participate in the School of Optometry Clinical Council and support ongoing educational initiatives.
Promote staff productivity, customer service, and professional development.
Collaborate across departments to improve workflows, operational performance, and patient care.
Develop productivity reports, present operational recommendations, and contribute to annual budgeting and financial planning.

Desired Qualifications

Residency training in community health or VA optometry.

Salary for this Position:
1st Tier: $106,000 - $123,000 Annually
2nd Tier: $126,000 - $140,000 Annually
*All Pay Rates and Tiers are subject and determined by Experience, License or Certification and Location*

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center is one of the largest community health centers in Massachusetts serving Worcester, Framingham, Milford and the surrounding communities. We are a thriving and growing organization, and our team is expanding across sites to support this growth.

We are hiring a Director of Optometry based in Worcester, MA. The MCPHS School of Optometry and Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center are seeking a faculty member to serve in a dual role as an educator and Director of Optometry (DoO). This position combines direct patient care, student teaching and mentorship, and operational leadership to ensure the delivery of high-quality, patient-centered eye care services. Working closely with MCPHS faculty and Kennedy Community Health leadership, the DoO will oversee clinical operations, precept student interns, drive quality and performance improvement initiatives, and support compliance with clinical and regulatory standards. This role is integral to advancing both optometric education and exceptional patient care.

Job Summary:

Universal (between MCPHS & Kennedy CHC.)

Support the clinical education, mentorship, and professional development of optometry students rotating through Kennedy Community Health sites.
Provide clinical supervision and leadership to ensure high-quality patient care and customer service.
Orient, train, coach, and evaluate assigned staff and clinical preceptors in collaboration with Kennedy Community Health and MCPHS leadership.
Monitor clinical operations, programs, and facilities to ensure compliance with organizational and professional standards.
Analyze operational data and reports to identify trends, improve workflows, and enhance performance.
Ensure appropriate staffing and efficient use of departmental resources.
Promote culturally competent, inclusive care and learning environments for patients and students.
Develop partnerships with professional organizations to support educational and clinical initiatives.
Utilize EMR and other healthcare technologies to support patient care, operations, and student training.

Kennedy Community Health

Ensure compliance with regulatory and accreditation standards, serving as the primary contact for surveys and audits.
Participate in committees and quality improvement initiatives focused on operational excellence.
Lead clinical peer reviews and support evaluation of student preceptors.
Develop and implement policies, SOPs, workflows, schedules, and other operational tools to improve efficiency and productivity.

MCPHS

Partner with the Associate Dean for Clinical Programs to ensure high-quality, evidence-based clinical education and precepting.
Precept and mentor optometry student interns across Kennedy Community Health sites through direct supervision, feedback, and advising.
Maintain clinical expertise to support exceptional patient care and student learning.
Evaluate and enhance the student experience through performance metrics and feedback.
Provide direct patient care as needed to ensure continuity of services.
Participate in the School of Optometry Clinical Council and support ongoing educational initiatives.
Promote staff productivity, customer service, and professional development.
Collaborate across departments to improve workflows, operational performance, and patient care.
Develop productivity reports, present operational recommendations, and contribute to annual budgeting and financial planning.

Job Requirements

Doctor of Optometry degree from an ACOE-accredited institution and current Massachusetts Optometry license.
Residency training in community health or VA optometry preferred; otherwise, 3+ years of clinical optometry experience.
Minimum 1 year of teaching, precepting, or higher education experience.
Commitment to student success, professional education, and inclusive learning environments.
Strong communication, organization, customer service, and relationship-building skills.
Ability to work independently and collaborate effectively with students, faculty, staff, and leadership.
Knowledge of clinical operations, workflow management, data analysis, budgeting, and performance improvement.
Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.
Flexibility to work occasional weekends and holidays as needed.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and healthcare technology systems

Benefits

Competitive salary based on related experience
Medical insurance starts on the first day of employment.
- Health center pays 80% of medical insurance premiums.
- Includes coverage for all individuals and most family types.
Generous time off packages
Dental and Vision insurance
403b Retirement Plan with employer match
Flexible Spending Accounts
Employee Assistance Program

About the Company

Edward M. Kennedy Community Health Center

Community health center delivering primary care

Kennedy CHC provides primary health care through a network of clinics, dental sites, and school-based health centers in Worcester and nearby communities. Its medical home model teams providers and staff to deliver comprehensive services, including primary and urgent care, dental, nutrition, behavioral health, pharmacy, and health education. The organization differentiates itself by broad access, a culturally representative workforce, and school-based clinics that serve diverse populations, with care available regardless of ability to pay. Its goal is to improve community health by delivering coordinated, patient-centered care and to be the health care provider of choice and a great place to work.

Company size: 201-500
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $60K
Headquarters: Worcester, MA
Founded: 1972

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