Optometrist (Shasta Cascade Health Centers) - Mount Shasta, CA

$15,000 Sign-On Bonus Alert! Shasta Cascade Heath Centers is looking to welcome a dedicated and compassionate optometrist to launch and lead its first in-house eye care service offering in beautiful rural Northern California. With the only local optometrist retiring soon, patient demand is high, creating a rare opportunity to step into an established area and make an impact. Open to both recent graduates and experienced professionals, this full-time role offers the opportunity to build or expand hands-on experience in both clinical care and practice management from day one. If you’re passionate about expanding access to care and committed to serving underserved communities, this is the place for you!

Why join us?

Shasta Cascade Heath Centers has been serving rural Northern California for over 20 years, providing high-quality, compassionate, and accessible healthcare to medically underserved communities. As a Federally Qualified Health Center, SCHC offers a wide range of services, including primary care, dental, behavioral health, and specialty care, with a growing focus on full-scope optometry. Backed by a multidisciplinary team of diverse healthcare professionals and the latest diagnostic and treatment technologies, SCHC is committed to delivering patient centered care with dignity and respect. The optometry department is a new and exciting initiative, offering providers the opportunity to shape its development from the ground up as part of a mission-driven, community-focused organization.

You’ll enjoy a range of benefits, including:

• Competitive salary ($145K–$165K DOE)
• $15,000 sign-on bonus
• Up to $5,000 relocation stipend
• Paid continuing education and licensure fees
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• 403B retirement with 3% employer match
• Public service loan forgiveness eligibility
• Private loan repayment program through VSP
• Partnership opportunity

What you'll do:

As a full-time Optometrist at SCHC, you will perform comprehensive eye exams, diagnose and manage ocular diseases, prescribe corrective lenses, and co-manage surgical cases in collaboration with ophthalmology. You will play a key role in leading and expanding the newly established Optometry Department, helping to shape its services and impact within the community. You'll also take part in provider meetings and support community outreach initiatives that align with SCHC’s mission. This position offers flexible scheduling with no weekends, holidays, or on-call duties, and a competitive salary range of $145,000-$165,000, depending on experience.

Who you are:

You are a passionate and patient-centered individual dedicated to providing exceptional eye care and improving the vision health of the community. You have the skills to confidently manage a diverse range of patients, catering to various visual needs and age groups. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership and team-building abilities, as well as a genuine interest in community health and outreach. A commitment to continuous learning, exceptional communication skills, and a heartfelt desire to make a positive impact in the lives of others are essential qualities for playing a vital role in the continued success and growth of the business.

Why you'll love Mount Shasta:
Mount Shasta offers an exceptional quality of life surrounded by stunning natural beauty, clean mountain air, and abundant opportunities for outdoor recreation. With its majestic views, crystal clear lakes, and forested trails, it’s a haven for those who love hiking, skiing, and connecting with nature. The town combines small-town charm with a welcoming community, making it easy to feel at home. Affordable living and a peaceful atmosphere make Mount Shasta an ideal place for anyone seeking a slower pace, scenic surroundings, and a strong sense of belonging.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Optometry license in the state of California
• Doctor of Optometry degree
• Commitment to serving underserved populations.

Preferred Specialties:

• Experience or interest in full-scope optometry and ocular disease management

Special Notice:

This is not a career opportunity with VSP Vision or its companies. VSP Vision is helping Premier Program providers recruit qualified applicants for their private practices. The hiring decision and acceptance of this position is solely between the hiring practice and the applicant.

The above information in this description was provided by the hiring practice. It has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by an employee in this role. It is not designed to contain, or be interpreted as, a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qual