Pediatric Optometrist

FTE: 1.0, Shift: Days, Schedule: Clinic hours

About the Role

Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital is seeking a Pediatric Optometrist for the Mary Bridge Ophthalmology clinic. This role involves evaluating patients for optometry conditions, interpreting lab and other test results, and guiding families through treatment options.

Responsibilities

• Sees patients independently in the ambulatory care setting:
  • Conduct physical exams and provide individual care plans for patients
  • Conduct diagnostic assessment, including ordering imaging and other diagnostic studies
• Interpret lab and test results and provide clinical recommendations and supportive guidance
• Educate patients on disease process and treatment plans
• Collaborate with physicians, nursing, and other members of the multidisciplinary team
• Manage patients’ treatment as well as medication management
• Stay up to date on advancements in relevant specialties
• Partner with the local, state and national programs as necessary
• Participate in specialized treatment plans and specialized clinics

Requirements

• Successful completion of a professional optometric degree program leading to an OD
• The program must be accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE)
• Current unrestricted Washington state license to practice optometry
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers certification by the American Heart Association
• 2 years of experience as a licensed optometrist in pediatric health care preferred
• Experience in Pediatric Optometry preferred

About Mary Bridge Children’s

For more than 70 years, MultiCare Mary Bridge Children’s Hospital & Health Network has cared for children and families across the South Sound. Anchored by an 82-bed pediatric hospital in Tacoma, Mary Bridge offers a Level IV Neonatal Intensive Care Unit, a 24-hour pediatric-only Emergency Department and a state-designated Level II Pediatric Trauma Center. As a comprehensive pediatric health network, Mary Bridge delivers expert, family-centered care across inpatient, outpatient and specialty services, supported by multidisciplinary teams dedicated to the unique needs of every child and family we serve.

Mary Bridge Children’s Eye Center in Tacoma, WA provides comprehensive pediatric ophthalmology and optometry services for children—from diagnosis and treatment to ongoing follow-up care in a welcoming, child-friendly environment. Our expert team includes Board-Certified, Fellowship-Trained Pediatric Ophthalmologists dedicated to delivering the full spectrum of pediatric eye care. We offer everything from prescribing the right pair of glasses to performing advanced procedures, including complex cataract and eye alignment (strabismus) surgeries.

Why Mary Bridge Children's?

• Built for children and families: Delivering care designed specifically for kids and the families who support them, with a strong focus on family-centered care.
• Award-winning care: Named a Top Children’s Hospital by The Leapfrog Group, earning this national recognition six times in the past eight years, with physicians consistently recognized on Top Doctors lists by Seattle Magazine, Seattle Met and the Tacoma News Tribune.
• Growing for the future: A new pediatric hospital and medical office building designed to support the future of children’s care.
• Well-being and support: Generous time off, wellness resources and programs designed to help you maintain balance in your work and life.
• Living our values: Respect, integrity, kindness and collaboration guide how we care for patients, communities and each other.
• Pacific Northwest lifestyle: Work and live where natural beauty, adventure and strong community connections are part of everyday life.

Benefits

• Sign-on Bonus
• Relocation Bonus
• Competitive Compensation
• Generous PTO
• Top-tier Benefits
• Career Growth
• Wellness Support

We provide a comprehensive benefits package, including medical, dental and retirement benefits and paid time off.

Pay

The pay scale is $157,451.00 - $190,784.00 USD. However, pay is influenced by factors specific to applicants, including but not limited to: skill set, level of experience, and certification(s) and/or education. If this position is associated with a union contract, pay will be reflective of the appropriate step on the pay scale to which the applicant’s years of experience align.