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Vancouver, Washington

Ophthalmologist - Glaucoma - 0.9 FTE (On-Site)

OphthalmologyNo callFull-Time

Listed compensation

$408k-$491k

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Job Description

Ophthalmologist - Glaucoma - 0.9 FTE (On-Site)

Job Description

Morlen Health is currently seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Ophthalmologist with fellowship training in Glaucoma to join the Ophthalmology team based in Vancouver, WA.

This physician will join an integrated and compassionate team of physicians and supportive clinical and administrative staff, providing a mix of clinical and surgical glaucoma care with a broad range of complex pathology.

The role offers the opportunity to practice state-of-the-art glaucoma care while also managing the full range of ophthalmology, including high-volume cataract surgery. Proficiency and interest in new and emerging surgical techniques in glaucoma are welcomed.

The position includes clinical responsibilities at the Kaiser Salmon Creek medical office in Vancouver and the Kaiser Longview medical office, along with dedicated surgical time at the Kaiser Central Interstate medical office in Portland.

This is an on-site position based in Vancouver, WA, with regular travel to Longview, WA and Portland, OR.

What You Can Expect

  • 0.9 FTE
  • 4-day, 32-hour work week
  • Two clinic days per week at the Kaiser Salmon Creek medical office
  • One clinic day per week at the Kaiser Longview medical office
  • Additional travel stipend for each Longview shift
  • One day per week of dedicated surgical time at the Kaiser Central Interstate medical office
  • A call schedule where call is divided equally among providers
  • An experienced support staff
  • Access to a physician-friendly advanced Epic EMR
  • Opportunity for high-volume cataract surgery
  • Exposure to a broad range of complex glaucoma pathology

Minimum Requirements

  • Board Certified or Eligible in Ophthalmology
  • Glaucoma fellowship training required

Your Total Rewards

The annual salary for this position is $407,880-$491,490. Actual compensation will be determined based on factors such as an applicant’s skills and qualifications, education and certifications, training, relevant clinical experience, market data, geographic location, internal equity, FTE, and other job-related factors.

In addition to base pay, Morlen Health offers a comprehensive benefits package for eligible employees that includes medical, dental, and vision coverage; retirement benefits; paid time off; paid holidays; and other benefits and programs. Specific details are below, and specific plan information is available upon request.

  • Base salary range: $380,790-$464,400
  • Lifestyle Stipend: $27,090 annually
  • Relocation Allowance available - up to $15,000

Your Benefits & Perks Include

  • Medical, dental, and vision coverage, with employee-only premiums 100% covered by Morlen Health. Dependent coverage is also available.
  • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
  • 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan through ADP TotalSource with a broad range of investment options, retirement planning tools, and access to professional investment advice.
  • Employer-provided short- and long-term disability coverage.
  • Voluntary supplemental benefits, including accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity, and pet wellness coverage.
  • Expert benefits support through ADP MyLife Advisors for enrollment assistance, benefits guidance, payroll questions, and life event support.
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP) offering confidential counseling, emotional health support, work-life resources, legal and financial guidance, childcare and eldercare referrals, and wellness resources for employees and household members.
  • Combined vacation and sick paid time off equivalent to 15 days annually, prorated based on your FTE status and administered in accordance with Morlen Health's applicable policies.
  • CME Education leave 2 weeks a year prorated to your FTE

About Morlen Health

Morlen Health was created by the physicians of Northwest Permanente PC to create, protect, and grow innovative healthcare solutions for their patients and communities. We have a relentless focus on best-in-class quality patient care and outcomes.

Morlen Health is dedicated to delivering affordable, high-quality healthcare at individual and population levels. Through our population health services and digitally enabled solutions, we are working to improve access, engagement, health outcomes, and the overall care experience.

Equal Employment Opportunity Policy

Morlen Health provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.

Key Responsibilities

The physician will provide a mix of clinical and surgical glaucoma care, including high-volume cataract surgery and management of complex pathology. Responsibilities include working across multiple medical office locations in Vancouver, Longview, and Portland.

Requirements

Candidates must be Board Certified or Board Eligible in Ophthalmology and possess fellowship training in Glaucoma. Proficiency in new and emerging surgical techniques is required.

Qualifications

Experience
5+ years of experience

Certifications

Board Certification

Key Skills

Glaucoma surgeryClinical careComplex pathology management

Ophthalmology — Physician Career Context

The cost-of-living index for Washington is 107.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)), so the posted ~$450k midpoint carries the purchasing power of roughly $420k in an average-cost state. 59.8% of Washington clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

Permanente Health Care Ventures holds silver-tier status on WeekdayDoc's Top Employers work-life index, composite score 71/100, 27 active listings.

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Ophthalmologist - Glaucoma - 0.9 FTE (On-Site) at Permanente Health Care Ventures a 6.6 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Ophthalmology — ranked against 133 active Ophthalmology listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include no on-call duties.

Location & Logistics

Washington has no state income tax, which can significantly increase take-home pay compared to high-tax states. At the posted ~$450k midpoint, that is roughly $18k–$31k a year versus a typical 4–7% state rate.

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Work-life snapshot

median 4.8this job 6.6
Better work-life than 70% of Ophthalmology listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 133 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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Living in Vancouver

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$476k≈ 1.2× annual pay
Typical market rent
$1,828/mo≈ 5% of gross pay
Residents’ average commute
23 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
105.4
State income tax
None
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Portland-Vancouver-Hillsboro, OR-WA metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

Ratios use this listing’s gross annual pay. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.

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About Permanente Health Care Ventures

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Portland, Oregon

Benefits & Perks

Medical, dental, and vision coverage (employee-only premiums 100% covered)
Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)
401(k) Retirement Savings Plan
Employer-provided short- and long-term disability coverage
Voluntary supplemental benefits
Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
15 days combined vacation and sick PTO
2 weeks CME education leave