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SVSP - Salinas Valley State Prison

Optometrist

Soledad, CA · On-site

$100 - $105/hr

Locum Tenens Optometrist Opportunity Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring an Optometrist for a state correctional facility in Soledad, California. These positions are ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

Fullerton, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Locum Tenens Optometrist in San Francisco, California. Housing and transportation is provided.We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$125 - $145/hr

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Locum Tenens Optometrist in San Francisco, California.We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

San Jose, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Locum Tenens Optometrist in San Francisco, California. We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

San Jose, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Locum Tenens Optometrist in San Francisco, California.We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

Oakland, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Locum Tenens Optometrist in San Francisco, California. We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$125 - $145/hr

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Locum Tenens Optometrist in San Francisco, California.We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

Oakland, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Locum Tenens Optometrist in San Francisco, California.We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Locum Tenens Optometrist in San Francisco, California. Housing and transportation is provided.We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

Los Angeles, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Locum Tenens Optometrist in San Francisco, California. Housing and transportation is provided. We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$125 - $145/hr

Vivo HealthStaff is recruiting for a Locum Tenens Optometrist in San Francisco, California. We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric ...

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How much do locum tenens optometrist jobs pay per year?

As of Aug 17, 2026, the average yearly pay for locum tenens optometrist in the United States is $124,213.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is it like to work in different clinical environments as a locum tenens optometrist?

As a Locum Tenens Optometrist, you’ll have the opportunity to work in a variety of clinical settings, such as private practices, retail locations, or multi-provider clinics. Each assignment may differ in patient volume, team dynamics, and office protocols, so adaptability is key. You often collaborate with regular staff to provide seamless patient care and maintain high clinical standards. This diversity offers valuable experience, skill development, and networking opportunities that can enhance your long-term optometric career.

What skills and qualifications are needed to be a locum tenens optometrist?

To thrive as a Locum Tenens Optometrist, you need a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree, a current optometry license for the state of practice, and experience in comprehensive eye examinations and vision care. Familiarity with optical diagnostic equipment, electronic health records (EHR) systems, and common optometric tools is essential. Flexibility, strong communication skills, and the ability to quickly adapt to new clinical environments set outstanding professionals apart in this role. These skills are crucial for ensuring seamless patient care and effective integration into diverse practice settings, often on short notice.

What is a locum tenens optometrist?

A Locum Tenens Optometrist is a temporary or fill-in eye care professional who works in various settings, such as private practices, clinics, or retail locations. They provide comprehensive eye exams, prescribe corrective lenses, and diagnose eye conditions while covering for a full-time optometrist on leave or during staffing shortages. This role offers flexibility, competitive pay, and opportunities to gain experience in different work environments.

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Infographic showing various Locum Tenens Optometrist job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 21% Locum Tenens, 52% Full Time, 4% Part Time, and 23% Contract. Highlights an 98% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 1% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,213 per year, or $59.7 per hour.

Physician - Optometrist

HDSP - High Desert State Prison

Susanville, CA • On-site

$110 - $115/hr

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Posted 14 days ago

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Locum Tenens Optometrist Opportunity

Astrya Global, a San Diego based medical staffing agency, is hiring an Optometrist for a state correctional facility in Susanville, California. These positions are 26-week locum tenens contracts with the ability to extend.

Job Title: Optometrist

Location: Susanville, California

Setting: Correctional Healthcare

Schedule: 8:00AM - 4:00PM x 5

Term: 26-week assignment with the potential for extension

Pay Rate: $110.00 - $115.00/hr

Benefits for an Optometrist:

  • Weekly pay every Friday
  • Comprehensive Professional Malpractice Insurance
  • 24/7 Recruitment Support
  • Full-service Credentialing and Corporate Travel Team
  • Referral Bonus up to $5,000

Astrya Global Medical Staffing offers 10+ years of staffing experience, 100% domestic support, and is certified by both the Joint Commission and National Association of Locum Tenens Organizations. At Astrya, we are dedicated to helping healthcare professionals find the perfect job.

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