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Dr. Maria Cardenas

Optometrist

optometrist Santa Cruz, CA Salud Para La Gente
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Overview
Level
Staff
Function
Healthcare
Tenure
7 years at Salud Para La Gente
Gender
Female
Connections
256
Position in HealthTal Database
  • 12,945 healthcare professionals in HealthTal hold the optometrist specialty. Maria Cardenas is one of them.
  • 1,422 optometrists are based in CA (out of 155,461 total healthcare contacts in that state).
  • 15 contacts at Salud Para La Gente are tracked in HealthTal.
  • Typical optometrist compensation in CA: $112,000 – $207,000 (median $155,000). Source: BLS OEWS adjusted for state cost of labor.
  • Top employers of optometrists in CA: Kaiser Permanente (131), Sole Proprietor (60), Lenscrafters (13).
  • 9% of optometrists in CA hold a senior title (Director, Manager, Chief, VP, etc.).
  • 77% of optometrists in CA have verified education credentials on file.
  • Data refreshed May 2026.

Public records & verifications
  • Verify against the NPPES Provider Registry (HHS / CMS). Search NPPES →
  • Professional LinkedIn profile on file (subscribers only).
  • Data aggregated from public licensure databases, LinkedIn, and verified employer records. Cross-check via the registry link above.
Education
UC Berkeley School of Optometry
Doctor of Optometry
University of Belgrano Buenos Aires
University of California Berkeley
Bachelor of Arts (BA)
Salinas High School
Skills
Microsoft Office Customer Service Organized Multi Tasker Bilingual
About Salud Para La Gente
Industry
Hospitals & Physicians Clinics
Employees
500 to 999
Revenue
$100M to <$1B
Website
splg.org
Office Location
45 Nielson St, Watsonville, CA
Professional Overview

Dr. Maria Cardenas is a Optometrist, currently affiliated with Salud Para La Gente, based in Santa Cruz, CA. As a optometrist, Dr. Cardenas contributes to patient care, clinical workflows, and healthcare operations in Santa Cruz, CA. They have been with Salud Para La Gente for 7 years. Dr. Cardenas holds academic credentials, including Doctor of Optometry and Bachelor of Arts (BA), from UC Berkeley School of Optometry and University of Belgrano Buenos Aires. Core competencies include Microsoft Office, Customer Service, Organized Multi Tasker, Bilingual. Salud Para La Gente operates in the Hospitals & Physicians Clinics sector with a workforce of 500 to 999 employees. Healthcare organizations seeking to recruit optometrist professionals can use HealthTal to access verified direct email addresses and personal phone numbers sourced from NPI records and professional licensing databases. Direct outreach to optometrist specialists consistently yields higher response rates than passive job board postings, particularly for roles requiring specific clinical credentials or state licensure. The Santa Cruz, CA healthcare market offers access to a concentrated pool of clinical professionals, making direct outreach particularly effective for organizations building local care teams or expanding service capacity in the region.

Recruiting optometrist

Healthcare professionals with optometrist expertise are recruited nationwide. Direct outreach via verified email and phone produces significantly faster placements than relying on job boards or passive candidates. HealthTal's database provides personal contact data verified against NPI and state licensing records.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Where is Dr. Maria Cardenas located?
Dr. Maria Cardenas is based in Santa Cruz, CA. They are currently affiliated with Salud Para La Gente.
What is Dr. Maria Cardenas's specialty?
Dr. Maria Cardenas specializes in optometrist. Their current role is Optometrist.
Where does Dr. Maria Cardenas currently work?
Dr. Maria Cardenas currently works at Salud Para La Gente. They have been there for 7 years.
What is Dr. Maria Cardenas's educational background?
Dr. Maria Cardenas attended UC Berkeley School of Optometry and University of Belgrano Buenos Aires.
How do I contact Dr. Maria Cardenas for recruiting?
HealthTal provides verified direct email address and phone number for Dr. Maria Cardenas. Subscribe to access full contact details including personal email, direct dial, and LinkedIn profile.
How do I recruit a optometrist?
Recruiting optometrists typically involves reaching out via direct email or phone. HealthTal's database provides verified contact data for optometrists across all 50 states, allowing you to contact candidates directly without going through job boards.
What is the average salary for a optometrist in CA?
optometrists in CA typically earn $112,000 to $207,000 annually, with a median of $155,000. Figures derive from BLS OEWS data, adjusted for state cost of labor. Senior-titled roles (Director, Manager, Chief) and high-acuity practice settings push the upper end.

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