Clinical Optometrist - Impactful Eye Health & Diagnostics

Kaiser Permanente; Vallejo (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 180,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente seeks a qualified Optometrist to perform routine and specialized eye care within California’s regulatory framework. You will use independent professional judgment to manage vision and ocular health, document findings, and coordinate with optical and ophthalmology teams for optimal patient care.

The role emphasizes adherence to licensing, continued education, and collaborative care within The Permanente Medical Group.

Qualifications

• OD degree from an accredited School of Optometry.
• Licensed Optometrist in California at hire or eligible for licensure.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and documents patient history and ocular health data.
• Performs required and additional testing with proper documentation.
• Interprets exam data and plans referrals or treatments to meet ocular health needs.
• Collaborates with optical staff and ophthalmology to ensure timely service.
• Maintains licensing requirements (CE, CPR, safety, etc.).

Skills

Analytical

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Quality Management

Cost Consciousness

Diversity

Organizational Support

Education

OD degree

Tools

Retinoscopy

Slit lamp

Ophthalmoscopy

Lensometry

Visual fields

Job description

Kaiser Permanente seeks a qualified Optometrist to perform routine and specialized eye care within California’s regulatory framework. You will use independent professional judgment to manage vision and ocular health, document findings, and coordinate with optical and ophthalmology teams for optimal patient care.

The role emphasizes adherence to licensing, continued education, and collaborative care within The Permanente Medical Group.