Optometrist: Comprehensive Eye Health & Diagnostics

Kaiser Permanente; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in California seeks a licensed Optometrist to perform routine diagnostics and treatment within the scope of California law and the policies of The Permanente Medical Group. The role emphasizes independent professional judgment, thorough documentation, and collaboration with optical and medical staff.

The position requires an OD degree, California optometrist license, and TPA eligibility for external hires; ongoing CE and safety training are expected to ensure high-quality eye

Qualifications

• OD degree from an accredited School of Optometry.
• Optometrist license (California) required at hire.
• Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (TPA) required for external employees hired after November 2009.

Responsibilities

• Conduct and document patient history including chief complaint and ocular health details.
• Perform testing and document findings; utilize ophthalmic equipment (retinoscopy, lensometry, visual fields, etc.).
• Interpret data, diagnose, and plan clinical action; document impressions and referrals as needed.
• Collaborate with optical staff and ophthalmologists to optimize patient care and service.
• Maintain licensing, CE requirements, CPR, safety training, and other standards.

Skills

Clinical examination

Ocular testing

Documentation

Team collaboration

Professional judgment

Education

OD degree

Tools

Retinoscopy

Slit lamp

Vision testing

Fundus examination

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in California seeks a licensed Optometrist to perform routine diagnostics and treatment within the scope of California law and the policies of The Permanente Medical Group. The role emphasizes independent professional judgment, thorough documentation, and collaboration with optical and medical staff.

The position requires an OD degree, California optometrist license, and TPA eligibility for external hires; ongoing CE and safety training are expected to ensure high-quality eye