Optometry - Resident

Job Summary: The residency accommodates an integrated one-year training program with emphasis in ocular disease/ primary care. The program will offer advanced clinical training and education required to provide comprehensive ophthalmic care tailored to the needs of a diverse patient population with a broad range of ocular conditions. In addition, the resident will work alongside ophthalmology in different subspecialties including retina, glaucoma, pediatrics, uveitis, oculoplastics, cornea and neuro-ophthalmology. Graduates will display competency in all areas of optometric care upon completing the program. Educational Opportunities Interdisciplinary activities will be scheduled with supervisor on weekly basis. These activities will include grand rounds, lecture presentations, journal club and case discussions. SUNY Friday Programs are a mix of remote learning and in person events. It is expected that the resident will travel to New York City for mandatory in person events. Resident will be required to write a publishable-quality paper by the end of the residency year. Teaching Responsibilities Resident will be responsible for working with ophthalmology residents and medical students. Research/Scholarly Responsibilities Residents will be required to present a minor lecture (20 minutes), a major (50 minutes equivalent 1 hour COPE approved lecture) lecture through our SUNY affiliate. Resident will be required to write a publishable-quality paper by the end of the residency year. Minimum Qualifications: Only a candidate(s) who have been selected through the ORMS match process will be considered. Must be eligible for NY State Optometric License with expectation that licensure will occur within the first few months of residency. Preferred Qualifications: Work Days: 8 am - 5 pm plus evening educational activities Message to Applicants: Our benefits package includes health, dental and vision insurance, 401k, tuition reimbursement, generous paid time off, including vacation and personal time, paid sick leave, holidays and floating holidays. L2: $52,000.00 Please note the salary information shown is a general guideline only. Salaries are based upon candidate skills, experience, and qualifications, as well as internal equity, market and business considerations. Recruitment Office: MedBest Medical Management

Created: 2026-03-11