<p>A comprehensive optometry opportunity is available in Ellsworth, Maine — the commercial hub of Downeast Maine and the gateway to Acadia National Park. This employed position sits within a collaborative ophthalmology practice, offering an OD the clinical depth of a full-service eye care team, a stable patient base, and one of the most scenic practice settings in New England.</p>
<h3>Perks and Benefits</h3> <ul> <li>Employed position with full benefits package</li> <li>Collaborative practice environment embedded within an ophthalmology group — strong clinical support and co-management infrastructure</li> <li>Professional liability coverage (details provided at offer)</li> </ul>
<h3>Practice Highlights</h3> <ul> <li>Comprehensive eye care scope — routine and medical optometry within a collaborative ophthalmology practice setting</li> <li>Co-management model with on-site ophthalmology colleagues, supporting complex case referral and surgical co-management</li> <li>Serves the Downeast Maine regional patient population, including Ellsworth and surrounding Hancock County communities</li> <li>Stable, established practice with an existing patient base</li> </ul>
<h3>Qualifications</h3> <ul> <li>Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution</li> <li>Board certification or eligibility through the National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO)</li> <li>Active Maine optometry license or eligibility to obtain prior to start</li> <li>Comfort with comprehensive optometric care across a broad patient demographic</li> </ul>
<h3>About the Community</h3> <p>Ellsworth is the largest city in Hancock County and serves as the primary retail and services center for Downeast and Acadia-region Maine. Situated minutes from the entrance to Acadia National Park and Bar Harbor, the area offers unmatched access to hiking, kayaking, sailing, and coastal recreation across all four seasons. The region combines a tight-knit community feel with genuine natural beauty, and Maine's relatively low cost of living makes it an attractive destination for clinicians seeking quality of life alongside a rewarding practice.</p>