Pediatric - Ophthalmology Physician
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Pediatric - Ophthalmology Physician
Oakland, California
Posted 2 days ago
About the job
UCSF Health is a leading academic health system in California, offering specialized pediatric ophthalmology care. This full-time locum position involves pediatric optometry evaluations, working with complex cases, and supporting a team of ophthalmologists and optometrists in an outpatient/hospital setting.
Requirements
- Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree
- Active California license
- BLS certification
- Experience with complex pediatric cases
- Pediatric optometry residency preferred
Qualifications
- Experience with strabismus/binocular exams
- Minimum 3 years pediatric optometry experience
- Experience in medical center setting
- Ability to manage pediatric populations
Full job description
Pediatric Optometrist Opportunity
Oakland, California
UCSF Health is seeking a Pediatric Optometrist for a full-time locum assignment at a leading pediatric specialty facility in Oakland, California.
Compensation:
$185/hr
Position Details
Specialty: Pediatric Optometry
Practice Setting: Outpatient / Hospital-based Pediatric Ophthalmology
Start Date: August 2026
Assignment Length: 26 weeks
Schedule:
Monday Friday
8:00 AM 5:00 PM
No call required
Patient Population
Primarily pediatric patients
Some adult patients with developmental delays or double vision may be seen, but this is not mandatory
Patients include:
High-acuity pediatric cases
Patients with autism spectrum disorders
Patients with seizures, craniofacial abnormalities, and other complex conditions
Clinical Responsibilities
Pediatric optometry evaluations and patient care
Strabismus and binocular vision examinations
Workups and management of pediatric ophthalmology patients
Contact lens fitting preferred, including complex pediatric fittings
Facility & Support
EMR: Epic
Support Staff Includes:
Ophthalmologists
Optometrists
Technicians
Full diagnostic imaging support onsite
30-minute appointment slots
Approximately patients per day
Requirements
Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree required
Active California license required
BLS certification required
Pediatric optometry residency highly preferred
If no pediatric residency:
Minimum 3 years of pediatric optometry experience in a medical center setting required
Must have experience with:
Complex pediatric populations
Pediatric optometry
Strabismus/binocular vision exams
Additional Information
Credentialing timeframe: Approximately days
Zoom interview process
COVID vaccine plus booster required
Medical/religious exemptions accepted
Oakland, California
UCSF Health is seeking a Pediatric Optometrist for a full-time locum assignment at a leading pediatric specialty facility in Oakland, California.
Compensation:
$185/hr
Position Details
Specialty: Pediatric Optometry
Practice Setting: Outpatient / Hospital-based Pediatric Ophthalmology
Start Date: August 2026
Assignment Length: 26 weeks
Schedule:
Monday Friday
8:00 AM 5:00 PM
No call required
Patient Population
Primarily pediatric patients
Some adult patients with developmental delays or double vision may be seen, but this is not mandatory
Patients include:
High-acuity pediatric cases
Patients with autism spectrum disorders
Patients with seizures, craniofacial abnormalities, and other complex conditions
Clinical Responsibilities
Pediatric optometry evaluations and patient care
Strabismus and binocular vision examinations
Workups and management of pediatric ophthalmology patients
Contact lens fitting preferred, including complex pediatric fittings
Facility & Support
EMR: Epic
Support Staff Includes:
Ophthalmologists
Optometrists
Technicians
Full diagnostic imaging support onsite
30-minute appointment slots
Approximately patients per day
Requirements
Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree required
Active California license required
BLS certification required
Pediatric optometry residency highly preferred
If no pediatric residency:
Minimum 3 years of pediatric optometry experience in a medical center setting required
Must have experience with:
Complex pediatric populations
Pediatric optometry
Strabismus/binocular vision exams
Additional Information
Credentialing timeframe: Approximately days
Zoom interview process
COVID vaccine plus booster required
Medical/religious exemptions accepted
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