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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