Director of Optometry

• 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.

• 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.

• 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.

• 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

• 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

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