Pediatric Optometrist

Pediatric Optometrist OpportunityAt MultiCare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital & Health Network, caring for kids is more than what we do—it's our purpose. As the state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center and the only pediatric hospital in Washington's South Sound, we provide a comprehensive network of care designed specifically for children and adolescents.Our vision is to be the safest, highest-quality place for children to receive care, where every child has a medical home and every family feels supported.Mary Bridge Children's Eye Center in Tacoma, WA provides comprehensive pediatric ophthalmology and optometry services for children—from diagnosis and treatment to ongoing follow-up care in a welcoming, child-friendly environment.Our expert team includes Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained Pediatric Ophthalmologists dedicated to delivering the full spectrum of pediatric eye care. We offer everything from prescribing the right pair of glasses to performing advanced procedures, including complex cataract and eye alignment (strabismus) surgeries.Position SummaryMary Bridge Children's Hospital is seeking a Pediatric Optometrist for the Mary Bridge Ophthalmology clinic. This role involves evaluating patients for optometry conditions, interpreting lab and other test results, and guiding families through treatment options.ResponsibilitiesSees patients independently in the ambulatory care setting:Conduct physical exams and provide individual care plans for patientsConduct diagnostic assessment, including ordering imaging and other diagnostic studiesInterpret lab and test results and provide clinical recommendations and supportive guidance.Educate patients on disease process and treatment plans.Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and other members of the multidisciplinary team.Manage patients' treatment as well as medication management.Stay up to date on advancements in relevant specialties.Partner with the local, state, and national programs as necessary.Participate in specialized treatment plans and specialized clinics.RequirementsSuccessful completion of a professional optometric degree program leading to an OD.The program must be accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE).Current unrestricted Washington state license to practice optometry.Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association.2 years of experience as a licensed optometrist in pediatric health care preferred.Experience in Pediatric Optometry preferred.About Mary Bridge Children'sFor more than 70 years, MultiCare Mary Bridge Children's Hospital & Health Network has cared for children and families across the South Sound. Anchored by an 82-bed pediatric hospital in Tacoma, Mary Bridge offers a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a 24-hour pediatric-only Emergency Department, and a state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center.As a comprehensive pediatric health network, Mary Bridge delivers expert, family-centered care across inpatient, outpatient, and specialty services, supported by multidisciplinary teams dedicated to the unique needs of every child and family we serve.Pay and Benefit ExpectationsWe provide a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive salary, medical, dental, and retirement benefits and paid time off. As required by various pay transparency laws, we share a competitive range of compensation for candidates hired into each position. The pay scale is $157,451.00 - $190,784.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant's years of experience align.