Optician

Vision To Learn•Durham, NC

7d•Hybrid

About The Position

Vision 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.

Requirements

Optician experience required
Optician Certification
Valid driver's license required, with a good driving record and familiarity with greater Durham area geography and with phone GPS; driving transcript must be provided
Successful track record of working with children and diverse types of people
Must pass company and district background checks and drug test
Experience using Microsoft Office – Outlook, Excel, Word

Nice To Haves

ABOC preferred
ability to quickly learn EHR reporting, and project management systems is a plus
Spanish skills a plus

Responsibilities

Oversee assigned mobile eye clinic operation
Conduct eye exam pre-tests, maintain optimal professional standards
Take measurements, fit and adjust frames for patients according to written optical prescriptions
Assist patients with frame selections to ensure optimal fit and patient satisfaction
Complete and prepare daily reports, and meet deadlines
Make follow-up calls to patient caregivers for feedback
Conduct vision screenings after attaining NC Prevent Blindness Vision Screening Certification
Study and follow Vision To Learn health and safety protocols
Maintain optimal driver safety standards when driving, parking, and using the vehicle
Setup the clinic, monitor and replenish inventory, and ensure all patient and administrative paperwork facilitates an efficient workflow each workday
Load, secure, inspect and fuel vehicle as necessary
Keep vehicle and internal work areas clean and organized at all times
Support the optometrist during the exam process
Additional responsibilities as needed