Optometrist

Optum WA, (formerly The Everett Clinic) is seeking an Optometrist to join our team in Arlington, WA. Optum is a clinician-led care organization that is changing the way clinicians work and live.

As a member of the Optum Care Delivery team, you’ll be an integral part of our vision to make healthcare better for everyone.

At Optum, you’ll have the clinical resources, data and support of a global organization behind you so you can help your patients live healthier lives. Here, you’ll work alongside talented peers in a collaborative environment that is guided by diversity and inclusion while driving towards the Quadruple Aim. We believe you deserve an exceptional career, and will empower you to live your best life at work and at home. Experience the fulfillment of advancing the health of your community with the excitement of contributing new practice ideas and initiatives that could help improve care for millions of patients across the country. Because together, we have the power to make health care better for everyone. Join us and discover how rewarding medicine can be while Caring. Connecting. Growing together.  

Position Highlights & Primary Responsibilities:

• Full-time; 4/10 schedule - 7am to 5pm
  • Team needs someone available to work on Mondays
  • Day off is negotiable
  • No weekend shifts
  • Call Coverage: Our Optometrist share after-hours call coverage with Ophthalmologists. Call only for consultations and questions; no requirement to come into office.
• Joining 1 other Optometrist and 1 Ophthalmologist at the Arlington clinic. The Department combined at all locations consists of 6 Optometrists, 7 Ophthalmologists. Our team encompasses retina, cornea, glaucoma, and oculoplastic subspecialists.
• Average 24 - 26 patients per day 
• Supported by an Optometric Assistant
• Collegial group practice with a large referral base
• Work closely with our own Ophthalmology physicians
• Epic EMR; Microsoft Suite
• New clinic as of April 2023; new OCT equipment, visual field machine, with more equipment panned.

The Everett Clinic joined Optum in 2019, working together across the Puget Sound, the partnership means we’re able to expand our services and locations to offer even more services. As we grow, we'll keep on giving you top-quality care, just as we always have. Together, we're making health care work better for everyone.

You’ll be rewarded and recognized for your performance in an environment that will challenge you and give you clear direction on what it takes to succeed in your role as well as provide development for other roles you may be interested in.

Required Qualifications:

• Doctor of Optometry degree (OD)
• Unrestricted licensure in the state of Washington or able to obtain
• Licensed by National Board of Examiners in Optometry (NBEO)
• Excellent clinical and communications skills
• Comfortability working as part of a team

Preferred Qualifications:

• Completion of an Optometrist Residency

Washington Residents Only: The salary range for this role is $151,259 to $198,029 per year. Salary Range is defined as total cash compensation at target. The actual range and pay mix of base and bonus is variable based upon experience and metric achievement. Pay is based on several factors including but not limited to local labor markets, education, work experience, certifications, etc. UnitedHealth Group complies with all minimum wage laws as applicable. In addition to your salary, UnitedHealth Group offers benefits such as, a comprehensive benefits package, incentive and recognition programs, equity stock purchase and 401k contribution (all benefits are subject to eligibility requirements). No matter where or when you begin a career with UnitedHealth Group, you’ll find a far-reaching choice of benefits and incentives.

Diversity creates a healthier atmosphere: OptumCare is an Equal Employment Opportunity/Affirmative Action employers and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, marital status, genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.

OptumCare is a drug-free workplace. Candidates are required to pass a drug test before beginning employment.