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Ophthalmology Physician

Novato, CA · Hybrid

Join us as a Locum Tenens Optometrist in rural Nevada , where you ll provide essential eye care in a community-focused setting. Why Choose This Opportunity? Flexible Schedule Choose 2 3 days per week ...

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What is locum optometry?

Locum optometry refers to optometrists who work on a temporary or contractual basis, filling in for permanent staff at various clinics, hospitals, or optical practices. Locum optometrists may cover for vacations, staff shortages, or peak periods, and they often enjoy flexible schedules and diverse work environments. This role allows optometrists to gain broad experience across different settings while maintaining autonomy over their work commitments.

What is the difference between Locum Optometry vs Permanent Optometry?

AspectLocum OptometryPermanent Optometry
CredentialsRequires valid optometry license and sometimes temporary permitsRequires full licensure and possibly additional certifications
Work EnvironmentTemporary clinics, hospitals, or retail settingsLong-term clinics, private practices, or hospitals
Employment TypeShort-term, contract-basedFull-time or part-time, ongoing employment
Industry UsageCommon for filling staffing gaps or covering leaveStandard employment for stable practice operations

In summary, Locum Optometry offers flexible, short-term positions ideal for covering staffing needs, while Permanent Optometry provides ongoing employment within established practices. Both roles require proper licensure and are integral to the optometry industry.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a locum optometrist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Locum Optometrist, you need a degree in optometry, registration with the relevant professional body, and strong clinical assessment skills. Familiarity with optical equipment, electronic health record systems, and often various practice management software is crucial. Excellent communication, adaptability, and the ability to quickly build rapport with new teams and patients set outstanding locum optometrists apart. These skills ensure high-quality patient care and smooth integration into different clinical environments, which is vital for success in temporary roles.

What are some common challenges faced by locum optometrists, and how can they be managed?

Locum optometrists often face the challenge of quickly adapting to new practice environments, systems, and patient demographics with each assignment. Building rapport with staff and patients in a short time frame and staying up-to-date with different equipment or procedures can require strong communication and flexibility. To manage these challenges, it helps to arrive early to become familiar with the clinic setup, proactively communicate with the team, and maintain an organized system for tracking appointments and patient notes. Many locum optometrists also network with colleagues for support and share best practices to ensure smooth transitions between placements.
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Infographic showing various Locum Optometry job openings in California as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 33% Full Time, and 67% Contract. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution.

Family Practice Physician Traditional Practitioner - Physicians Only Apply - Locum

The Healthcare Partners

San Rafael, CA

Full-time, Temporary

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Re-posted 20 days ago

Job description

Medical Doctors Only Apply. A Family Practice Physician Traditional Practitioner practice is seeking a qualified physician for San Rafael, CA. This and other physician jobs brought to you by ExactMD.

This Medical Group is a “medical home” to more than 35,000 patients annually. Over half of the patients are children. This is with a multi-clinic network with full spectrum family medicine practice and Patient Centered Health Home model.

At a glance…

• Nine clinics at 6 sites (medical, dental and teen).
• Pediatric Family/Adult Medicine Primary Care,
• Obstetrics and Women’s Health, Behavioral
• Health and Specialty care and other services:
• Optometry, Lab, Pharmacy, Chiropractic,
• Radiology and Referrals to specialists.
• 300 staff, including doctors, dentists, nurses and other clinicians.
• Electronic Health Records platform
• (EHR - NextGen).


DETAILS
  • Full Time
  • Hours: Monday through Friday/8 to 5
  • Employed/:Locum
  • MD/DO
  • New Graduates Welcome
  • Average patients seen per day: 18
  • Loan Repayment
  • Relocation Assistance Available
  • Compensation: Competitive based on experience
  • Benefits: Full benefits package offered including: Medical (80% for provider and 65% for family), dental, vision, life, 403B (will match after 1 year ) PTO (First year-16 days, Second year-21 days, Fourth year-26 days), CME (5 days and up to $1,000), $1,000 towards professional license fees

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