Mobile Optometrist
About The Position
A leading nonprofit organization is seeking a compassionate, mission-driven Optometrist to join its dynamic mobile clinical team in Sarasota, FL. This rewarding opportunity lets the right candidate make a direct, lasting impact on children's lives by delivering high-quality eye exams and providing prescription eyewear to students in underserved communities. This optometrist position offers a flexible schedule (up to five days per week), competitive compensation, mileage reimbursement, and a work-life balance with no nights, weekends, or federal holidays required (except for rare, voluntary events). The role is ideal for a professional motivated by service, teamwork, and making a tangible difference in the community.
Requirements
- Doctorate in Optometry
- Active Florida Optometry License
- Flexibility to commute throughout Sarasota, DeSoto, and Charlotte counties
- Successful completion of Department of Justice background check (LiveScan) and drug test
- All employees must meet clearance standards for a safe and healthy workplace, including fingerprinting, child abuse history clearance, TB screening, and drug testing.
Nice To Haves
- Proven track record in quality patient care
- Positive, proactive attitude and enthusiasm for mission-driven work
- Strong team player with excellent communication skills
Responsibilities
- Conduct thorough vision evaluations, including visual acuity, binocular vision, IOP, pupil assessments, full refraction, and ocular health exams
- Prescribe corrective lenses and vision devices; instruct patients in their proper use
- Accurately document diagnoses and patient care in internal systems
- Collaborate with a high-energy, detail-oriented team dedicated to service excellence
Benefits
- Mileage reimbursement
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
