Community-Focused Optometrist: Pediatric & Adult Eye Care

Clinica Sierra Vista; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 177,000 - 239,000; Full time

Job summary

Clinica Sierra Vista in Bakersfield, CA, is seeking an Optometrist to provide outpatient eye care for pediatric and adult patients, conduct comprehensive eye examinations, diagnose ocular disease, and treat to licensure.

You will document findings in the electronic health record, educate patients on eye health and safety, and collaborate with primary care, pharmacists, psychiatrists, and social workers to deliver coordinated, compassionate care.

Qualifications

• Licensed Doctor of Optometry in California
• Experience with pediatric and adult eye care
• Proficient in diagnosing ocular diseases
• Strong documentation in electronic health records

Responsibilities

• Provide outpatient eye care for pediatric and adult patients.
• Take detailed medical histories.
• Diagnose and treat ocular disease to full scope of licensure.
• Prescribe eyeglasses, contact lenses, and low vision aids.
• Co-manage eye diseases with other clinicians.
• Document exam findings in the EHR.
• Educate patients on eye care and safety.
• Maintain accurate patient records per standards.
• Collaborate with primary care and other specialists.

Skills

Outpatient eye care

Eye exam proficiency

Medical history taking

Ophthalmic equipment knowledge

Eyewear prescriptions

Interdisciplinary collaboration

EHR documentation

Patient education

Tools

EHR systems

Job description

Clinica Sierra Vista in Bakersfield, CA, is seeking an Optometrist to provide outpatient eye care for pediatric and adult patients, conduct comprehensive eye examinations, diagnose ocular disease, and treat to licensure.

You will document findings in the electronic health record, educate patients on eye health and safety, and collaborate with primary care, pharmacists, psychiatrists, and social workers to deliver coordinated, compassionate care.