About Us

Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is a clinician-led, self-governed, and independent multi-specialty group practice, providing care to the more than 700,000 Kaiser Permanente patients in Washington state. We work unencumbered by traditional health care obstacles and without silos; prioritizing people over profits, collaboration over ego, and driven by a singular goal: our patients' health. At WPMG, we take care of the whole person, with a team to address the fundamental, social, and emotional needs that contribute to total health. We are clinicians motivated by the desire to make a purposeful difference in the communities we serve, and in how health care is delivered.

Summary

Kaiser Permanente-Washington Permanente Medical Group is seeking an hourly locum Optometrist to join our Northgate Medical Center team in Seattle, Washington.

Optometrists at Kaiser Permanente provide full-scope eye care in a multi-disciplinary setting, including:

- The diagnosis and management of visual function, including contact lenses and specialty contact lenses.

- The diagnosis and management of conditions affecting ocular health, including ophthalmic manifestations of systemic disease and medications.

- Co-management of ocular disease and post-operative care with Ophthalmology.

Our medical centers are fully equipped with the latest technologies and our teams include skilled, well-trained, certified ophthalmic techs that provide support to our doctors. We have a full-service Optical dispensary and Epic electronic medical records at all practice locations.

Compensation and Benefits

The entire hourly rate range for this position is $72.72 to $81.17 per hour. Placement of new hires will be in the range of $72.72 to $76.95 based on factors such as education, training or experience.

Benefits include: Full malpractice indemnification (including tail coverage), 401(k), and employer contributions to social security.

Seattle, Washington
Seattle is a vibrant seaport city nestled between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, offering the perfect blend of natural beauty, economic opportunity, and cultural richness. With over 750,000 residents, it's the largest city in both Washington state and the Pacific Northwest. Seattle is home to global industry leaders like Amazon, Microsoft, Starbucks, Costco, and Alaska Airlines. Known for its innovation, outdoor lifestyle, and dynamic neighborhoods, Seattle attracts those seeking both career growth and an exceptional quality of life. With stunning views, top-tier healthcare and education, and a thriving arts and food scene, Seattle truly offers something for everyone.

We are dedicated to building lifetime relationships with peers and patients throughout Washington State's many vibrant and unique communities. Many know the Pacific Northwest as an attractive tourist destination with beautiful scenery, friendly people, and a host of cultural and recreational opportunities. These elements, among others, make Washington an excellent place to live.