Optometrist

Job Summary

Under the general direction and supervision of the exempt optometrist or exempt designee, performs routine procedures using independent professional judgment in the practice of optometry within the scope of the laws of the state of California, the rules and regulations of the California Board of Optometry and the policies of The Permanente Medical Group, Inc.

Essential Responsibilities

• Conducts and documents history including chief complaint, relevant symptoms as appropriate; pertinent ocular health, family and medical history, medications; current spectacle/contact lens and any other data required to manage the patient’s vision and ocular health needs.
• Performs minimum as well as appropriate additional testing as needed based on the specific needs of each patient. Adequately documents findings. Is proficient in the use and interpretation of standard ophthalmic equipment. These include but are not limited to retinoscopy, sub...