Optometrist: Advanced Vision Care & Diagnostics (CA)

Kaiser Permanente; Tracy (CA); On-site; USD 180,000 - 230,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente is seeking an optometrist to perform routine and advanced eye care under the supervision of an exempt optometrist within California. The role follows state laws, Board regulations, and TPMG policies to support patient vision and ocular health.

Responsibilities include taking histories, conducting tests with standard ophthalmic equipment, interpreting data, and documenting impressions and plans. Collaboration with optical and medical teams is essential.

Qualifications

• OD degree from an accredited School of Optometry; 1 year desired but not required.
• Optometrist License (California) required at hire.
• Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (TPA) required for external employees hired after 2009.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document patient history including chief complaint and ocular health data.
• Perform minimum and advanced testing with proper documentation and equipment use.
• Interpret exam data, diagnose, and plan care with referrals and prescriptions as needed.
• Communicate with optical/ophthalmology staff to optimize care and attend staff meetings.
• Maintain licensing (CE, CPR, safety) and complete required school forms and documents.

Skills

Ophthalmic testing

Clinical documentation

Patient care

Team collaboration

Critical thinking

Education

OD degree from accredited school

Optometry license (CA)

Tools

Retinoscopy

Slit lamp

Fundus examination

Lensometry

Visual fields

Job description

Kaiser Permanente is seeking an optometrist to perform routine and advanced eye care under the supervision of an exempt optometrist within California. The role follows state laws, Board regulations, and TPMG policies to support patient vision and ocular health.

Responsibilities include taking histories, conducting tests with standard ophthalmic equipment, interpreting data, and documenting impressions and plans. Collaboration with optical and medical teams is essential.