Optometrist

Living Water Clinic • Lindsay, CA

6h • Onsite

About The Position

Living Water Clinic - Clínica Agua Viva is seeking a compassionate and community-minded Optometrist to join our growing healthcare team. The ideal candidate will provide high-quality, comprehensive eye care while building meaningful relationships with patients and families throughout California's Central Valley. This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful impact in an underserved community while working in a mission-driven, multidisciplinary healthcare environment. This position is available as full-time or part-time, with flexible scheduling options.

Requirements

• Current and valid California Optometrist license.
• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Current professional certifications and registrations required to practice in California.
• Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification required upon hire.
• Strong clinical assessment and diagnostic skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassionate and patient-centered approach to care.
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Proficiency with electronic health record (EHR) systems and clinical documentation.
• Commitment to preventive care, early detection, and patient education.
• Passion for improving access to quality healthcare within Central Valley communities.

Nice To Haves

• Experience providing comprehensive optometric care to patients of various ages.
• Experience working in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting.
• Experience with diabetic eye examinations and ocular disease management.
• Interest in helping develop and expand an Optometry program.
• Experience serving diverse or underserved patient populations.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye examinations and routine vision assessments.
• Evaluate and manage refractive errors and prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses.
• Diagnose and manage common ocular conditions.
• Perform ocular disease screenings and monitor patients' eye health.
• Provide diabetic eye examinations and retinal health screenings.
• Screen for glaucoma, cataracts, and other ocular conditions.
• Provide vision care to pediatric, adult, and geriatric patients.
• Identify ocular manifestations of systemic diseases and coordinate appropriate care.
• Educate patients and families on eye health, preventive care, and treatment options.
• Coordinate referrals to ophthalmologists and other specialists when appropriate.
• Collaborate with primary care providers and other healthcare professionals to support comprehensive patient care.
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation in electronic health record (EHR) systems.
• Provide compassionate, culturally sensitive, and patient-centered care.
• Support the growth and development of the Optometry program.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation.
• Full-time or part-time employment opportunities.
• Flexible scheduling.
• Health, dental, and vision insurance for eligible employees.
• 401(k) matching to support your financial future.
• Paid time off (PTO) and holidays.
• Supportive clinical and administrative team.
• Collaborative, multidisciplinary healthcare environment.
• Opportunities for professional growth and development.
• Meaningful opportunity to serve patients and families throughout the Central Valley.
• Opportunity to help grow and develop our Optometry program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level