Ph.D / Optometrist / California / Permanent / Optometrist | North of Redding, CA – $180K–$200K + $15K Sign-On Bonus Job
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| Post Date: |
Aug 29, 2026 |
| Job Type: |
Ph.D |
| Position Type: |
Permanent |
| Specialty: |
Optometrist |
| Salary: |
$180,000.00 - $200,000.00 per year |
| Location: |
California - Mount Shasta |
| Job Reference: |
235637 |
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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.
With 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.
Position Highlights:
- 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
Compensation & Benefits:
- $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
Qualifications:
- 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
Location & Lifestyle:
Surrounded 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.
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