Optometrist: Vision Health & Diagnostics Expert

NALHE; Redwood City (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. seeks an optometry practitioner to perform routine procedures under the direction of an exempt optometrist, applying independent professional judgment within California law.

The role emphasizes accurate history taking, testing, documentation, and collaboration with optical and medical staff to ensure high-quality ocular care. Responsibilities include interpreting exam data, planning appropriate actions, and maintaining licensing requirements (CE, CPR, safety

Qualifications

• Maintains CE, CPR, safety training and other licensure requirements.
• Complies with California optometry laws and policies.

Responsibilities

• Take patient history including chief complaint, symptoms, ocular and medical history.
• Perform required testing and document findings; use ophthalmic equipment.
• Interpret exam data, diagnose, and outline treatment and referrals in chart.

Skills

Analytical

Problem Solving

Interpersonal Skills

Oral Communication

Written Communication

Teamwork

Technical Skills

Leadership

Quality Management

Cost Consciousness

Diversity

Organizational Support

Tools

Slit lamp

Retinoscopy

Lensometry

Visual fields

Job description

The Permanente Medical Group, Inc. seeks an optometry practitioner to perform routine procedures under the direction of an exempt optometrist, applying independent professional judgment within California law.

The role emphasizes accurate history taking, testing, documentation, and collaboration with optical and medical staff to ensure high-quality ocular care. Responsibilities include interpreting exam data, planning appropriate actions, and maintaining licensing requirements (CE, CPR, safety