UC San Diego
Overview
Shiley Eye Institute – 9415 Campus Point Drive, San Diego, CA 92037, United States. Optometrist – Extended Deadline: Tue 12/16/2025. The Department of Ophthalmology is the only academic eye institution in the region offering the most advanced treatments across all areas of eye care. With world class clinicians, surgeons, scientists and staff dedicated to excellence, and providing the best possible patient care to prevent, treat and cure eye diseases, they have excelled for more than 30 years. The Comprehensive Optometrist works in various clinics focusing on primary eye care and ocular disease with involvement in urgent eye care. Has a broad scope of knowledge and experience in managing ocular disease and disorders of the eye and visual system to maximize visual function and eye health. Provides primary eye care including comprehensive eye examinations, problem-focused examinations, and contact lens fittings. Triages acute eye-related issues and provides urgent eye care including appropriate testing to diagnose, treat and manage ocular health conditions. Collaborates with ophthalmology department specialists and members of the healthcare community. Participates in teaching and research.
Responsibilities
Provide primary eye care including comprehensive eye examinations, problem-focused examinations, and contact lens fittings. Triages acute eye-related issues and provides urgent eye care including appropriate testing to diagnose, treat and manage ocular health conditions. Collaborate with ophthalmology department specialists and members of the healthcare community. Participate in teaching and research. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions in line with industry practices and campus policies.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in optometry issued by an accredited school/college of optometry. Optometry residency training. Thorough knowledge of optometry and skills essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to this position. Thorough knowledge of eye disease diagnosis. Ability to effectively communicate findings of examination to patients. Strong communication and presentation skills. Ability to work with diverse client groups. Ability to provide direction and guidance to less experienced staff members. Ability to work in a collaborative manner with staff, faculty, and members of the healthcare community across the campus. Effective interpersonal skills. Professional skills in delivering eye care, treatment, and diagnostic services to patients. Demonstrated ability to use electronic medical record system.
Special Conditions
May need to travel to satellite clinics. Must be able to work various hours and days including evening or Saturday clinics. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: Unclassified – No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%). Hourly Equivalent: Unclassified – No data available. Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
Note : If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment;
The University and UC San Diego Health Sciences are committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusive excellence. Applications/resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For more information, visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. UC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. The University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy is available online. UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco-free environment. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug-free environment; employees may be subject to drug screening.
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Shiley Eye Institute – 9415 Campus Point Drive, San Diego, CA 92037, United States. Optometrist – Extended Deadline: Tue 12/16/2025. The Department of Ophthalmology is the only academic eye institution in the region offering the most advanced treatments across all areas of eye care. With world class clinicians, surgeons, scientists and staff dedicated to excellence, and providing the best possible patient care to prevent, treat and cure eye diseases, they have excelled for more than 30 years. The Comprehensive Optometrist works in various clinics focusing on primary eye care and ocular disease with involvement in urgent eye care. Has a broad scope of knowledge and experience in managing ocular disease and disorders of the eye and visual system to maximize visual function and eye health. Provides primary eye care including comprehensive eye examinations, problem-focused examinations, and contact lens fittings. Triages acute eye-related issues and provides urgent eye care including appropriate testing to diagnose, treat and manage ocular health conditions. Collaborates with ophthalmology department specialists and members of the healthcare community. Participates in teaching and research.
Responsibilities
Provide primary eye care including comprehensive eye examinations, problem-focused examinations, and contact lens fittings. Triages acute eye-related issues and provides urgent eye care including appropriate testing to diagnose, treat and manage ocular health conditions. Collaborate with ophthalmology department specialists and members of the healthcare community. Participate in teaching and research. Demonstrate good judgment in selecting methods and techniques for obtaining solutions in line with industry practices and campus policies.
Minimum Qualifications
Doctoral degree in optometry issued by an accredited school/college of optometry. Optometry residency training. Thorough knowledge of optometry and skills essential to the successful performance of the duties assigned to this position. Thorough knowledge of eye disease diagnosis. Ability to effectively communicate findings of examination to patients. Strong communication and presentation skills. Ability to work with diverse client groups. Ability to provide direction and guidance to less experienced staff members. Ability to work in a collaborative manner with staff, faculty, and members of the healthcare community across the campus. Effective interpersonal skills. Professional skills in delivering eye care, treatment, and diagnostic services to patients. Demonstrated ability to use electronic medical record system.
Special Conditions
May need to travel to satellite clinics. Must be able to work various hours and days including evening or Saturday clinics. Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
Pay Transparency Act
Annual Full Pay Range: Unclassified – No data available (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%). Hourly Equivalent: Unclassified – No data available. Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The Annual Full Pay Range may be broader than what the University anticipates to pay for this position, based on internal equity, budget, and collective bargaining agreements (when applicable).
Note : If employed by the University of California, you will be required to comply with our Policy on Vaccination Programs. Federal, state, or local public health directives may impose additional requirements. Life-support certifications (BLS, NRP, ACLS, etc.) must include hands-on practice and in-person skills assessment;
The University and UC San Diego Health Sciences are committed to diversity, equal opportunity, and inclusive excellence. Applications/resumes are accepted for current job openings only. For more information, visit UC San Diego Principles of Community. UC is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law. The University of California’s Anti-Discrimination Policy is available online. UC San Diego is a smoke and tobacco-free environment. UC San Diego Health maintains a marijuana and drug-free environment; employees may be subject to drug screening.
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