Optometrist at Kaiser Permanente Northwest

We seek skilled and compassionate Optometrists to join our practice in Salem, OR . In this role, you will provide comprehensive eye care to patients with a wide range of chronic eye conditions. You will collaborate with a multidisciplinary team and contribute to our mission of delivering exceptional care within an integrated health system.

Responsibilities include:

• Providing comprehensive optometric care, including chronic eye disease management

• Maintaining accurate and thorough patient records

• Collaborating with healthcare professionals across specialties

• Participating in ongoing professional development and continuing education

What You Can Expect

• Experienced and supportive clinical staff

• Access to an advanced, physician-friendly Epic EMR

• Opportunities for clinical leadership roles if desired

• Eligibility for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)

Minimum Requirements

• One-year OD residency preferred , or

• Minimum of three years clinical experience with demonstrated chronic disease management

Compensation & Benefits

Northwest Permanente offers an exceptional total rewards package designed to support your long-term financial, professional, and personal well-being.

We Provide:

• Generous employer-funded pension and retirement contributions totaling 21% of eligible earnings (with optional employee contribution)

• Competitive compensation , not tied to fee-for-service

• Pathway to physician shareholder status within NWP

• Paid annual education leave + annual education allowance

• Comprehensive benefits, including largely employer-funded medical and dental premiums, paid leave, and life insurance

• Full professional liability coverage

• 100% reimbursement for board certification and maintenance

• CME reimbursement + in-house CME opportunities

Compensation Details

• Annual salary: $118,700 – $144,800
(Dependent on skills, qualifications, degrees/certifications, training, and market factors)

• Total Rewards Value Range: $180,101 – $225,000

• Hiring Incentive:
Up to $15,000 relocation allowance

Join Us

If you are dedicated to providing exceptional optometric care and want to thrive in a collaborative, physician-led environment, we encourage you to apply.

Apply today and help shape the future of eye care at Northwest Permanente.