Santa Fe, New Mexico Optometrist Job/Partnership Opportunity with Large, Private, Doctor Owned MD/OD Group! Unbeatable Culture, Benefits and Location. $25K Signing Bonus.
Work for a practice recognized on the “Top Workplaces USA” list! Our organization is a large, doctor-owned, multi-specialty eye care practice. We have an amazing, supportive culture and were named as one of the nation’s top employers!
We are recruiting an Optometrist to join us in Santa Fe, New Mexico. Candidates must possess excellent clinical knowledge, a commitment to positive patient interactions and have great patient rapport skills.
Our clinics see a broad spectrum of pathology. Extensive patient base will promptly allow for a busy practice. Eligible for partnership consideration.
Opportunity Highlights Include:
- 4 seasons with 320 days of sunshine.
- $25K Sign On Bonus
- Fantastic culture for mentoring.
- Wonderful mix of cultures in the community.
- “Everyone who visits wants to join us!”
- Partnership for Optometrists
- Private, Doctor Owned Group.
- 700 Employees.
- Nearly 60 Doctors on Staff.
- 2 ASCs
One of the Best Arts & Culture Scenes in the U.S.
Santa Fe is consistently ranked as one of the top arts cities in the country.
- Home to over 250 art galleries, including the world-famous Canyon Road district.
- Internationally recognized art events like Santa Fe Indian Market, Spanish Market, and International Folk Art Market.
- You’ll find everything from Indigenous art to contemporary installations, sculpture, jewelry, textiles, and world-class crafts.
Exceptional Museums & Cultural Institutions
Santa Fe has an unusually rich concentration of museums for a city its size:
- Georgia O’Keeffe Museum – iconic works inspired by New Mexico’s landscape.
- Museum of International Folk Art – the largest collection of folk art in the world.
- Museum of Indian Arts & Culture – deep history of the Southwest’s Indigenous cultures.
- New Mexico Museum of Art, Wheelwright Museum, and more.
The city is also one of only a few U.S. cities recognized as a UNESCO Creative City.
Superb Outdoor Lifestyle: Hiking, Skiing & Open Spaces
Santa Fe sits at 7,000 feet and offers fast access to the outdoors:
- Sangre de Cristo Mountains for hiking, mountain biking, snowshoeing.
- Santa Fe National Forest right on the doorstep.
- Ski Santa Fe is ~30 minutes from town, offering winter skiing and summer alpine hiking.
- Extensive trail systems (Dale Ball Trails, Chamisa Trail, Atalaya Mountain).
- Clean air, clear skies, and four distinct seasons with lots of sunshine.
Unique Architecture & Stunning Aesthetic
Santa Fe’s adobe style gives the entire city a cohesive, warm, and timeless look.
- Buildings follow Pueblo Revival and traditional adobe design.
- The city center (the Plaza) feels historic, walkable, and charming.
- Beautiful sunsets, desert light, and mountain backdrops create an atmosphere many people describe as peaceful and inspiring.
Strong Culinary Scene & Local Food Culture
Santa Fe punches far above its weight in dining and cuisine:
- Known for its New Mexican cuisine (red and green chile, posole, blue corn).
- Numerous award-winning restaurants, farm-to-table spots, and top-tier chefs.
- Strong coffee shop culture, wine tasting rooms, and craft breweries.
- Many local farmers’ markets and food festivals.
Slower Pace of Life, Wellness Focus & High Quality of Living
Many people move to Santa Fe specifically for its lifestyle:
- Relaxed pace, minimal traffic, small-city feel with big-city amenities.
- Popular with writers, artists, retirees, remote workers, and outdoor enthusiasts.
- Strong wellness culture: yoga studios, spas, hot springs nearby, and clean living.
- Emphasis on creativity and community events.
Educational Options & Community Opportunities
- Private schools include Montessori programs and college-prep academies.
- Santa Fe Community College offers solid adult-education, trades, and creative programs.
- St. John’s College, known for its Great Books curriculum, adds an intellectual and cultural presence to the city.
Bottom Line
People move to Santa Fe for beauty, arts, outdoor access, a slower pace, and a deeply creative, culturally rich environment. It’s a rare place where you can go from a morning hike in the mountains to an afternoon at an art gallery and an evening at an opera or top-tier restaurant.
CONTACT
Reach out to Drew Caldwell of OjO Recruitment Agency (formerly OjO, Ophthalmology jobs Online) to learn more. Mr. Caldwell’s email address is Drew@ojorecruitment.com.
All inquiries are confidential and there is no cost for ophthalmologists and optometrists who are searching for positions.
OjO is one of the nation’s most established eye care recruitment services. We’ve been helping ophthalmologists and optometrists find great jobs and partnership positions with practices nationwide for 17 years. We’d love to help you too!
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