Community Health Optometrist Needed in Shasta, CA with LOAN REPAYMENT

Shasta Cascade Health Centers (SCHC) is a Federally Qualified Health Center situated amongst the natural beauty of Mt. Shasta in Northern California. For over 20 years, through our three health centers in southern Siskiyou County, we have provided quality medical, dental, behavioral health and specialty care to people of all ages, backgrounds and income levels. We take pride in treating our patients with dignity while addressing their unique needs, as well as creating a positive, warm and encouraging environment for all of our employees to thrive within. SCHC is embarking on an exciting expansion by adding optometry services at our health center in Mt. Shasta. As our Optometrist, you will help grow a brand-new Optometry Department slated to open in fall of 2026. With strong leadership support and the latest technology, this role offers the chance to shape the future of eye care for an underserved rural community. About this role: Full-time Optometrist position, flexible schedule Competitive salary $180K-$200K DOE Plus $200K LOAN REPAYMENT with 4 year commitment $15,000 sign-on bonus Public Service Loan Forgiveness eligible Up to $5,000 Relocation stipend Paid CE and licensure fees No weekends, holidays or on-call duties Health, dental, vision and 403B retirement benefits with 3% employer matching Why Live Here: Siskiyou County, California is an outdoor lover’s paradise, boasting unparalleled beauty and endless recreation opportunities, including hiking, skiing, mountain biking, fishing, golfing, rock climbing, exploring, all while surrounded by pristine lakes, rivers, forests, waterfalls and mountains. The county is roughly the size of the State of Connecticut, but only has around 40,000 residents. And while we are seriously rural, larger towns full of great restaurants, shopping and entertainment are only an hour or so away.