Optometrist at Kaiser Permanente Northwest

Northwest Permanente (NWP) is the largest multispecialty medical group in Oregon and Southwest Washington, with 1,500+ physicians and 300+ administrative professionals caring for over 615,000 Kaiser Permanente members. As a physician-owned and led organization, NWP offers a unique practice model where clinicians earn competitive salaries not tied to individual services.

We are currently seeking Optometrists to join our team serving Portland, Oregon, and surrounding areas.

What You’ll Do:

• Deliver comprehensive eye care across multiple clinic locations
• Manage chronic eye diseases and conditions
• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to provide patient-centered care
• Maintain accurate patient records
• Engage in ongoing professional development and continuing education

What You Can Expect:

• Experienced support staff
• Advanced Epic EMR system
• Leadership opportunities within the medical group
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligibility

Minimum Qualifications:

• One-year OD residency preferred, or
• Minimum of three years clinical experience with chronic disease management

What We Offer:

• Competitive salary: $118,700 – $144,800 annually
• Total Rewards Package: $175,101 – $220,000 value
• Generous retirement contributions: 21% employer-funded with optional employee contribution
• Shareholder pathway for physicians
• Comprehensive benefits: Medical, dental, life insurance, paid leave
• Education support: Paid annual education leave + allowance
• Professional coverage: Liability insurance, board certification reimbursement, CME support
• Relocation allowance: Up to $15,000

Why Northwest Permanente?

At NWP, you’ll be part of a supportive, innovative, and mission-driven team that values quality care over quantity. Our integrated care model allows you to focus on what matters most—your patients.