Vision To Learn
Overview
OPTOMETRIST – Mobile Optometry – CONNECTICUT - Stamford Compensation : $90/hr. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract Join Vision To Learn and make a direct impact in your community by helping provide vision services to school‑aged children in underserved communities who would otherwise go without access to care. Vision To Learn is the largest school-based vision care nonprofit in the country, and we work to solve the problem of lack of access to eye care by partnering with school districts to provide eye exams and glasses at no charge to families.
About Vision To Learn
Vision To Learn provides eye exams and glasses to students in underserved communities at no cost to the students and their families to help them succeed in school and in life. Founded in Los Angeles in 2012, Vision To Learn has since expanded to schools across the country. Vision care is critical as 80% of all learning during a child’s first 12 years is visual. We have provided over 3.5 million vision screenings, 695,000 eye exams and 575,000 new prescription glasses in the last decade.
Position Description
Vision To Learn is seeking a qualified candidate for an optometrist licensed to practice in Connecticut. This position would be up to 5 days/week.
Key Position Responsibilities
Provide vision evaluations: check VA’s, assess binocular vision, IOP, pupils, perform a full refraction and prescribe appropriate correction, and assess ocular health. Prescribe vision devices, test patient on applicable equipment to determine the most suitable correction, and instruct patient in the proper use of it. Confirm that patient diagnosis is properly documented in the internal systems.
Qualifications
Connecticut Optometry License Must be flexible to commute throughout the greater Fairfield County area. The position may operate as an inside lane (interior eye exam operation with portable equipment inside a school or community building) and may transition to a mobile clinic operation in the future. Must pass Department of Justice background check (LiveScan) and drug test
Successful candidates will have a proven track record for quality patient care, with a positive, proactive attitude who is dedicated to our mission. Qualified applicants should email resume and cover letter.
Benefits
Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement
Schedule
Monday to Friday No nights No federal holidays
Education
Doctorate (Required)
License/Certification
Optometry License (Required)
Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $90 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No
EEO / Notice
Vision To Learn is committed to a diverse staff and to a culture that holds equity as a value and priority. VTL welcomes applicants who bring a variety of perspectives, experiences, and competencies. Vision To Learn is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.
Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Vision To Learn by 2x
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OPTOMETRIST – Mobile Optometry – CONNECTICUT - Stamford Compensation : $90/hr. Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract Join Vision To Learn and make a direct impact in your community by helping provide vision services to school‑aged children in underserved communities who would otherwise go without access to care. Vision To Learn is the largest school-based vision care nonprofit in the country, and we work to solve the problem of lack of access to eye care by partnering with school districts to provide eye exams and glasses at no charge to families.
About Vision To Learn
Vision To Learn provides eye exams and glasses to students in underserved communities at no cost to the students and their families to help them succeed in school and in life. Founded in Los Angeles in 2012, Vision To Learn has since expanded to schools across the country. Vision care is critical as 80% of all learning during a child’s first 12 years is visual. We have provided over 3.5 million vision screenings, 695,000 eye exams and 575,000 new prescription glasses in the last decade.
Position Description
Vision To Learn is seeking a qualified candidate for an optometrist licensed to practice in Connecticut. This position would be up to 5 days/week.
Key Position Responsibilities
Provide vision evaluations: check VA’s, assess binocular vision, IOP, pupils, perform a full refraction and prescribe appropriate correction, and assess ocular health. Prescribe vision devices, test patient on applicable equipment to determine the most suitable correction, and instruct patient in the proper use of it. Confirm that patient diagnosis is properly documented in the internal systems.
Qualifications
Connecticut Optometry License Must be flexible to commute throughout the greater Fairfield County area. The position may operate as an inside lane (interior eye exam operation with portable equipment inside a school or community building) and may transition to a mobile clinic operation in the future. Must pass Department of Justice background check (LiveScan) and drug test
Successful candidates will have a proven track record for quality patient care, with a positive, proactive attitude who is dedicated to our mission. Qualified applicants should email resume and cover letter.
Benefits
Flexible schedule Mileage reimbursement
Schedule
Monday to Friday No nights No federal holidays
Education
Doctorate (Required)
License/Certification
Optometry License (Required)
Employment Type: Full Time Salary: $90 Hourly Bonus/Commission: No
EEO / Notice
Vision To Learn is committed to a diverse staff and to a culture that holds equity as a value and priority. VTL welcomes applicants who bring a variety of perspectives, experiences, and competencies. Vision To Learn is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate based on race, creed, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex, sexual orientation or gender identity, age, disability, veteran status, marital status, or any illegal or prohibited factor.
Note: Referrals increase your chances of interviewing at Vision To Learn by 2x
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