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Optometrist - Locums

$125 - $145 per hour

Vivo HealthStaff

Job Description

Job Description

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Locum Tenens Optometrist in San Francisco, California. Housing and transportation is provided.

We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric-focused hospital outpatient setting. The ideal candidate has experience working with complex pediatric populations and is comfortable seeing patients of all cognitive abilities, including those on the autism spectrum and with developmental delays.

Position Details:

Job ID: 2805436
Specialty: Optometrist
Start Date: 05/05/2025
Contract Length: 26 Weeks
Schedule: Monday through Friday, 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Shifts: 5x8-hour shifts per week
Patients per Day: 12-14 patients; appointments scheduled every 30 minutes
First/Last Patient: 8:00 AM / 4:30 PM

Patient Population:

Primarily pediatric patients
Some adult patients with developmental delays or binocular vision issues (not required for locum to see adults)

Department Overview:

Outpatient hospital setting with support staff including techs, ophthalmologists, and optometrists
Department handles both routine and high-acuity pediatric optometry cases
Equipped with full diagnostic imaging devices
Optometrists conduct workups and manage patient care
Patients are often co-managed by other pediatric specialties, such as neurology and craniofacial teams

Preferred Skills and Experience:

Residency in pediatric optometry is highly preferred
If no pediatric residency, at least 3 years of pediatric optometry experience required
Experience with strabismus and binocular vision exams
Ability to perform contact lens fitting, including complex fittings for pediatric patients

EMR: Epic

Requirements:

Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree
Active California optometry license
BLS certification
Experience working with pediatric populations, including those with complex needs

Compensation & Benefits:

Pay Rate: $125-145 per hour depending on experience
Payment: Weekly direct deposit
Insurance: Malpractice insurance provided
Support: Dedicated recruiter assistance throughout the assignment

Onboarding Process:

Expedited credentialing available
Assistance with compliance and facility paperwork
Orientation provided before the start date

About Vivo HealthStaff:

Vivo HealthStaff is a locum tenens staffing firm specializing in placing healthcare professionals in temporary and long-term assignments across the United States. We are committed to

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