Physician Medical Director - Competitive Salary
Job Description
A mission-driven healthcare organization in rural Northern California, about an hour north of Redding, is seeking a full-time Optometrist to launch and lead its first in-house eye care service. \n
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\nWith high local demand and an established patient need, this is a rare opportunity for an Optometrist to build a new department from the ground up while providing essential eye care to an underserved community.\n
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Position Highlights:
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- Launch and lead a new in-house Optometry Department
- High patient demand with an established community need for eye care
- Provide comprehensive eye exams and manage a diverse range of ocular conditions
- Diagnose and manage ocular disease and prescribe corrective lenses
- Co-manage surgical cases in collaboration with ophthalmology
- Opportunity to shape clinical services, workflows, and department growth
- Multidisciplinary environment with access to primary care, dental, behavioral health, and specialty services
- Flexible schedule with no weekends, holidays, or call
- Community outreach and provider meeting participation
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Compensation & Benefits:
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- $180K–$200K salary, depending on experience
- $15K sign-on bonus
- Up to $5K relocation stipend
- Paid continuing education and licensure fees
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- 403(b) retirement plan with 3% employer match
- Private loan repayment program through VSP
- Partnership opportunity
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Qualifications:
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- Doctor of Optometry degree
- Active California optometry license
- Commitment to serving underserved populations
- Experience or interest in full-scope optometry and ocular disease management preferred
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Location & Lifestyle:\n
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\nSurrounded by the dramatic beauty of Northern California’s Cascade Range, this mountain community offers an exceptional four-season lifestyle with crystal-clear lakes, towering forests, scenic trails, and breathtaking mountain views. Hiking, skiing, fishing, biking, and other outdoor adventures are right outside your door, while the area’s small-town atmosphere offers a peaceful pace and strong sense of community. Redding is ~65 miles south, while Ashland, Oregon, is ~70 miles north, providing convenient access to larger-city amenities while allowing you to enjoy an uncrowded, nature-filled lifestyle.\n
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APPLY NOW or TEXT Job #CMW235637 and email address to 636 - 628 - 2412.
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