About Us

Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is a clinician-led, self-governed and independent multi-specialty group practice, providing care to the more than 700,000 Kaiser Permanente patients in Washington state. We work unencumbered by traditional health care obstacles and without silos; prioritizing people over profits, collaboration over ego, and driven by a singular goal: our patients' health. At WPMG, we take care of the whole person, with a team to address the fundamental, social, and emotional needs that contribute to total health. We are clinicians motivated by the desire to make a purposeful difference in the communities we serve, and in how health care is delivered.

Summary

Kaiser Permanente-Washington Permanente Medical Group is seeking a full-time salaried locums (0.75 FTE) Optometrist to join our Northgate Medical Center team in Seattle, Washington.

Our practice locations include ophthalmological and contact lens services. Our medical centers are fully equipped with the latest technologies and our teams include skilled, well-trained, certified ophthalmic techs that provide support to our doctors. We have a full-service Optical dispensary at our Burien location and use Epic at all practice locations.

Compensation and Benefits

The entire salary range for the clinician position is $154,886 to $182,219 and will be prorated based on FTE. Placement of new hires will be in the range of $154,886 to $173,108 based on factors such as education, training or experience.

Benefits include: Full malpractice indemnification (including tail coverage), medical benefits, 401(k), paid vacation, post-graduate educational leave, postgraduate funding, employer contributions to social security.

Community

Seattle, the vibrant heart of the Pacific Northwest, blends natural beauty with world-class opportunity. Nestled between Puget Sound and Lake Washington, this dynamic seaport city offers stunning waterfront views, endless outdoor recreation, and a thriving arts and dining scene. Consistently ranked among the nation's best places to live and work, Seattle is home to global innovators like Amazon, Microsoft, Boeing, Starbucks, and more--creating unmatched career possibilities. Whether you're drawn by top-tier schools, an inclusive culture, or the energy of a booming economy, Seattle offers an exceptional quality of life and a welcoming community to call home.

Seattle, WA - Best Places to Live in the U.S. 2025

We are dedicated to building lifetime relationships with peers and patients throughout Washington State's many vibrant and unique communities. Many know the Pacific Northwest as an attractive tourist destination with beautiful scenery, friendly people, and a host of cultural and recreational opportunities. These elements, among others, make Washington an excellent place to live.

Our Inclusive Workforce

Washington Permanente Medical Group (WPMG) is committed to an inclusive workforce culture. WPMG has a focus on supporting all our physicians and professional staff in an inclusive environment, identifying community healthcare disparities, and providing education and tools in order to provide culturally responsive care in order to mitigate these disparities. If you have an interest in joining our inclusive workforce culture, we encourage you to apply and become a part of our mission to improve the health of our members and the communities that we serve.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, protected veteran status, marital status, physical or mental disability, age, or any other protected status under federal, state, or local law.

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