Contract Optometrist (1099) – Weekend Prescription Review

Eyebot • Boston, MA

4d • Remote

About The Position

About Eyebot Eyebot is an outcome-focused technology company on a mission to make vision care accessible to everyone, equally. Headquartered in Boston’s North End and backed by top investors and the National Science Foundation, our vision test kiosk is reshaping how vision care is delivered. If you are passionate about solving meaningful problems and helping build the future of technology-enabled vision care, we would love to hear from you. Role Overview Eyebot is seeking a licensed Optometrist (OD) to provide weekend clinical coverage as a 1099 independent contractor. This fully remote role focuses on reviewing kiosk-based vision test sessions and issuing eyeglass prescriptions during established weekend operating hours. You will apply clinical judgment within a structured, technology-enabled workflow to ensure safe, accurate, and timely prescription delivery. This engagement is structured for weekend-only coverage at the outset, with the option to expand to weekday coverage in the future upon mutual agreement.

Requirements

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) from an accredited institution and substantive clinical experience in direct patient care
• Active optometry license in good standing (Having multiple state licenses is a plus)
• Strong clinical judgment and attention to detail
• Comfortable working within structured, technology-enabled clinical workflows
• Ability to work independently and meet defined turnaround expectations
• Reliable internet access and appropriate remote workspace
• Active professional liability (malpractice) insurance required; contractor is responsible for maintaining coverage throughout the engagement.

Nice To Haves

• Having multiple state licenses is a plus

Responsibilities

• Review and interpret kiosk-based vision test session data in accordance with established clinical standards
• Craft eyeglass correction settings and issue prescriptions when clinically appropriate
• Identify sessions requiring escalation and refer patients to in-person optometrists or ophthalmologists
• Ensure consistency, accuracy, and patient safety across all reviews
• Maintain timely prescription turnaround during scheduled coverage hours
• Escalate complex or edge-case clinical situations appropriately
• Provide feedback on recurring trends or workflow improvements
• Participate in occasional remote clinical alignment meetings, as needed

What This Job Offers

• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree