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Description
Overview
Who we are looking for:
- An Optometrist passionate about community health and family medicine.
- A healthcare professional committed to working with underserved patient populations.
- Motivated and mission-driven clinician who is looking to be part of our growth as well as their own.
- Clinicians whose experience has prepared them to contribute to our commitment to integrity, compassion, advocacy, respect, and excellence – also known as our ICARE values.
What we offer:
- Modern facilities with state-of-the-art equipment serving the needs of culturally diverse populations.
- Interdisciplinary approach to patient care.
- Support staff for each Optometrist includes Optometry Assistant & Optometry Technician.
- Exceptional and fulfilling quality of life - Monday-Friday, 8 hr day work schedule, at one location.
- Competitive Compensation package which includes health, dental, and vision insurance and 401k with match.
- Paid holidays, PTO, and CME.
- Malpractice Insurance coverage.
- Employer-sponsored Loan Repayment.
Where you will work:
UHC is a comprehensive health care organization of more than 30 primary care clinics in diverse locations in California’s Central Valley. With the mission to provide accessible, comprehensive quality health care to everyone with compassion and respect, regardless of ability to pay. Our team-based approach to patient care means you are part of a care team passionate about working in community health. UHC providers offer coordinated patient care thanks to a shared EMR system and other state-of-the-art technology.
Where you will live:
Joining UHC means you will benefit from living in the heart of California where you can find endless sunshine, breathtaking natural scenery, and vast agricultural bounty. You can enjoy exploring one of the surrounding national parks, attend performing arts events, concerts, festivals, and rodeos. Sample farm-to-table cuisine, the wine trail, the brewery district, and eateries offering food with influences from cultures all around the world!
Who you will work for:
United Health Centers has been serving rural communities of the Central Valley since 1971 with a commitment to improving the health of our communities with a network of Health Centers offering comprehensive primary care and specialty care services. Our convenient locations provide beautiful state-of-the-art facilities that reflect the rich and scenic splendor of the valley.
Apply today by sending your resume to Stacee Reed, Director of Provider Recruitment at
Responsibilities
- Practice to the full extent of your license and offer a wide variety of services including:
- Completing eye exams for glasses and contacts.
- Diagnosing and treating eye diseases and abnormalities.
- Conducting and evaluating diagnostic testing.
- Removing foreign bodies from the eye.
- Writing prescriptions.
- Counseling patients and other health professionals on eye health issues.
- Communicating with doctors, staff, and patients.
Qualifications
- Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) Degree.
- Current CA Optometric License.
- Current DEA Certification.
The base pay range for this exempt position starts at $145,000.00 a year. Our competitive salaries are dependent on knowledge, skills, and experience. The base pay does not include other forms of compensation and/or incentives.
In addition, our comprehensive benefits package includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance.
- Retirement plan with match.
- Paid time off.
- Paid holidays.
- CME Stipend & Days.
- Malpractice Insurance – paid by UHC.
