Optometrist: Elevate Eye Health & Patient Care

Kaiser Permanente; Union City (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

Kaiser Permanente in Union City, California seeks an Optometrist to perform routine, clinically supervised eye care with independent professional judgment and in compliance with state laws and policies.

The role involves history taking, testing with ophthalmic equipment, interpreting findings, and coordinating care with specialists. Licensure in California and TPA eligibility are required or pursued as applicable.

Qualifications

• OD degree from an accredited School of Optometry.
• California Optometrist license required at hire.
• Therapeutic Pharmaceutical Agents (TPA) certification preferred for external hires.

Responsibilities

• Conducts and documents history including chief complaint and ocular health data.
• Performs testing and documents findings using ophthalmic equipment such as retinoscopy and slit lamp.
• Interprets exam data, documents impressions and plans, including referrals and prescriptions.
• Collaborates with optical staff and physicians to optimize timely, quality care.
• Maintains licensing requirements (CE, CPR, safety training, PPD).
• Completes school forms and other documentation as needed.

Skills

Analytical

Problem Solving

Technical Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Teamwork

Leadership

Quality Management

Cost Consciousness

Diversity

Organizational Support

Education

OD degree

Job description

Kaiser Permanente in Union City, California seeks an Optometrist to perform routine, clinically supervised eye care with independent professional judgment and in compliance with state laws and policies.

The role involves history taking, testing with ophthalmic equipment, interpreting findings, and coordinating care with specialists. Licensure in California and TPA eligibility are required or pursued as applicable.