Vision To Learn OpticianVision To Learn seeks compassionate, mission-driven opticians who want to make a tangible impact on children's lives. As part of a mobile clinical team, you'll provide high-quality eye screenings and help deliver glasses to students in underserved communities—removing vision barriers that affect learning and long-term opportunities. If you're motivated by service and inspired by teamwork to work in a meaningful, community-focused setting, Vision To Learn offers a rewarding way to use your skills to change lives.Location: Durham, North CarolinaCompensation: $25-30/HRPosition Title: OpticianEmployment type: 30 hrs/weekPosition DescriptionVision To Learn is currently seeking a qualified candidate for a part-time North Carolina Optician.
Work hours are Monday thru Friday with 2-3 Saturdays per year. The Optician will primarily work during school hours.Key position responsibilities include:Oversee assigned mobile eye clinic operationConduct eye exam pre-tests, maintain optimal professional standardsTake measurements, fit and adjust frames for patients according to written optical prescriptionsAssist patients with frame selections to ensure optimal fit and patient satisfactionComplete and prepare daily reports, and meet deadlinesMake follow-up calls to patient caregivers for feedbackConduct vision screenings after attaining NC Prevent Blindness Vision Screening CertificationStudy and follow Vision To Learn health and safety protocolsClinic ResponsibilitiesMaintain optimal driver safety standards when driving, parking, and using the vehicleSetup the clinic, monitor and replenish inventory, and ensure all patient and administrative paperwork facilitates an efficient workflow each workdayLoad, secure, inspect and fuel vehicle as necessaryKeep vehicle and internal work areas clean and organized at all timesSupport the optometrist during the exam processAdditional responsibilities as neededAbility to display exceptional interpersonal skills when interacting with children, site contacts, patient families, and in all internal/external work interactionsDesire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have technical skillsDesire to be cross trained to expand your skillsetSelf-starter who is confident to implement Vision To Learn protocols and embrace a remote setting with limited supervisionExcellent organizational and prioritization skillsStrong interpersonal and written communication skillsAble to lift up to 20 lbs. and to exert well-paced mobility for an 8-hour shift including standing, walking, bending and squattingQualificationsOptician experience required; Optician Certification; ABO certification preferredValid driver's license required, with a good driving record and familiarity with greater Durham area geography and with phone GPS; driving transcript must be providedSuccessful track record of working with children and diverse types of peopleMust pass company and district background checks and drug testExperience using Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, Word; ability to quickly learn EHR reporting, and project management systems is a plusSpanish skills a plusVision To Learn is registered business with the NC State Board of Opticians.
Successful candidates will have a proven track record for patient care, with positive, proactive attitudes who are dedicated to our mission. Vision To Learn is a rapidly growing organization and team players are critical to our collective success.Vision To Learn is committed to a diverse staff and to a culture that holds equity as a value and a priority. VTL welcomes applicants who bring a variety of perspectives, experiences, and competencies.
People of color, women, people with disabilities, and LGBTQIA+ persons are strongly encouraged to apply. VTL is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, party or political affiliation, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.