Locum Tenens Optometrist - Pediatric Outpatient Setting - San Francisco, California

We are recruiting for a California-licensed Locum Tenens Optometrist for a 6-month assignment at a pediatric-focused outpatient hospital in San Francisco. This position is ideally suited for an optometrist with advanced clinical experience in pediatric care, particularly within a high-acuity ophthalmology-optometry setting. Responsibilities Deliver pediatric-focused optometry services in a hospital-based outpatient clinic Conduct comprehensive eye exams and contact lens fittings for complex pediatric cases See 12–14 patients daily, with 30-minute appointment blocks Collaborate with multidisciplinary teams including neurology, craniofacial, and ophthalmology Participate in patient workups with tech support and co-managing physicians Document in Epic EMR Optionally support some adult patients with developmental or binocular vision issues Requirements Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree Active California optometry license BLS certification Required: Residency in pediatric optometry or ocular disease + substantial pediatric experience in an ophthalmology-optometry setting or SIGNIFICANT experience in-lieu of residency Proven expertise in strabismus evaluation, binocular vision exams, and advanced pediatric contact lens fittings Comfortable working with patients of varying cognitive and developmental abilities Benefits Hourly Rate: $125–$145/hour (based on experience) Schedule: Monday to Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (5x8-hour shifts) Start Date: 05/05/2025 Contract Duration: 26 weeks Travel Support: Housing and airfare covered for candidates outside San Francisco Weekly direct deposit Malpractice insurance provided Dedicated recruiter support throughout your assignment Expedited credentialing and onboarding assistance available Orientation provided before start date #J-18808-Ljbffr