Lucrative Optometrist Locums in Oakland, CA

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 12–14 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 60–90 days

Zoom interview process

COVID vaccine plus booster required

Medical/religious exemptions accepted