Locum Ophthalmology Opportunity in Santa Rosa, CA | Tue–Sat Outpatient
Updated 10/14/26
Santa Rosa, California, United States
Physician
Ophthalmology
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Job at a glance
Degree Required
MD/DO
Position Type
Locums/Travel
Work Environment
Outpatient
Visa Sponsorship
No
Job description
Job description
Santa Rosa is seeking an Optometrist for outpatient clinic coverage. The provider will deliver comprehensive eye care services to patients ages 4 and older, including routine eye exams, contact lens fittings, medical optometry, and urgent eye care. This position offers a consistent Tuesday-Saturday schedule with full clinical and administrative support in a modern outpatient setting utilizing EPIC (Health Connect). Active California licensure and BLS certification are required.
Job Responsibilities
Conduct contact lens fittings and evaluations
Diagnose and treat red eye conditions
Manage eye urgencies and emergencies
Provide medical optometry services
Evaluate and manage glaucoma patients
Frequently dilate patients as part of comprehensive exams
Document patient encounters in EPIC (Health Connect)
Collaborate with support staff to ensure efficient patient flow
Maintain quality patient care in a high-volume outpatient environment
No surgical responsibilities
Specialty contact lens experience preferred but not required
Qualifications
Active California Optometry License
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification through the American Heart Association
Experience providing comprehensive outpatient eye care
Ability to treat patients ages 4 and older
Experience with medical optometry
Experience with specialty contact lenses
Previous experience using EPIC EMR
Experience treating glaucoma patients
Working Hours
Hours: 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM
Lunch: 1-hour unpaid lunch break
Weekly Hours: 40 hours
Call Requirement: None
Practice Setting: Outpatient Clinic
Patient Volume: Approximately 18 patients per day
Credentialing Timeframe: 45-60 days
Telemedicine: No
Skills
Contact lens fitting and management
Medical optometry
Glaucoma evaluation and management
Eye urgency and emergency care
Red eye diagnosis and treatment
Pediatric eye care (ages 4+)
Dilated eye examinations
Technical Skills
EPIC/Health Connect EMR documentation
Clinical record management
Patient care documentation
Professional Skills
Patient-focused communication
Time management
Independent clinical decision-making
Collaboration with multidisciplinary support staff
Ability to manage a consistent outpatient patient volume efficiently
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