Locums Pediatric Optometrist (OD) - Oakland, California

Pediatric Optometrist (OD) – Locum Tenens 📍 Oakland, California 📅 Start Date: August 2026 ⏳ Contract Length: 26 Weeks 🕒 Schedule: Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM | No Call 💼 Employment Type: 1099 Locum Tenens Position Overview A leading pediatric medical center in Oakland, CA is seeking a Pediatric Optometrist (OD) for a full-time locum tenens assignment beginning August 2026.

This opportunity offers the chance to work alongside a highly specialized pediatric ophthalmology team caring for complex pediatric populations in an outpatient hospital setting. The ideal provider will have strong pediatric optometry experience, including strabismus/binocular vision exams and working with children with developmental or neurological conditions. Practice Details Outpatient hospital-based pediatric practice 12–14 patients per day 30-minute appointment slots Support staff includes: Optometry techs Ophthalmologists Additional optometrists Epic EMR Full diagnostic imaging support onsite Patient Population Primarily pediatric patients Some adult patients with: Developmental delays Double vision Neurological or cognitive conditions Frequent co-management with pediatric specialties including neurology and craniofacial teams High exposure to complex pediatric and special needs populations Responsibilities Comprehensive pediatric eye exams Strabismus and binocular vision evaluations Pediatric contact lens fittings (preferred) Management of medically complex pediatric eye conditions Workups and patient care coordination Requirements Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree Active California Optometry License BLS Certification Pediatric optometry residency highly preferred Minimum qualifications: Pediatric residency OR 3+ years of pediatric optometry experience in a medical center setting Experience with complex pediatric populations required Why Aya Locums?

Dedicated credentialing and onboarding support Personalized recruiter guidance throughout the assignment Access to exclusive nationwide locum opportunities Streamlined timekeeping and compliance process Strong provider support before, during, and after assignment Opportunity to work at premier healthcare systems and academic facilities Assignment Highlights No call required Monday–Friday schedule Pediatric specialty environment Collaborative multidisciplinary team Teaching/academic-style setting 60–90 day credentialing timeframe Zoom interviews