Optician

Vision to Learn•Honolulu, HI

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Vision To Learn is seeking a part-time Hawaiʻi Optician to join a mobile clinical team providing vision screenings, eye care support, and glasses to K–12 students in underserved communities. The organization brings mobile vision clinics to schools and community centers, offering vision services at no cost to children or their families. The position primarily operates during school hours, works Monday through Friday with 2–3 Saturdays per year, and is scheduled to start in January 2027. The Optician supports clinic operations, patient care, eyewear fitting and dispensing, documentation, and vehicle readiness while following Vision To Learn’s health and safety protocols. The role requires working independently in a remote setting with limited supervision and interacting with children, families, school contacts, and colleagues. Candidates must pass applicable company and background checks, fingerprinting, child abuse history clearance, TB screening, and a drug test.

Requirements

Optician diploma.
At least one year of optician experience.
Valid driver's license, good driving record, and familiarity with greater Oahu area geography and phone GPS; driving transcript must be provided.
Successful track record working with children and diverse groups of people.
Must pass company and applicable background checks, Department of Justice background check/fingerprinting (LiveScan), child abuse history clearance, TB screening, and drug test.
Experience using Microsoft Office, including Outlook, Excel, and Word.
Ability to interact exceptionally well with children, site contacts, patient families, and internal and external colleagues.
Desire to work in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and have technical skills.
Willingness to be cross-trained to expand skillset.
Self-starter able to implement Vision To Learn protocols and work remotely with limited supervision.
Strong organizational and prioritization skills.
Strong interpersonal and written communication skills.
Ability to lift up to 20 pounds and perform well-paced mobility during an 8-hour shift, including standing, walking, bending, and squatting.

Nice To Haves

Optician certification such as COA, COT, NCLE, or ABO; preferred but not required.
Spanish language skills.
Ability to quickly learn EHR reporting and project management systems.

Responsibilities

Oversee the operation of an assigned mobile eye clinic.
Conduct eye exam pre-tests while maintaining professional standards.
Take measurements and fit and adjust frames according to written optical prescriptions.
Assist patients with frame selections to ensure appropriate fit and patient satisfaction.
Complete and prepare daily reports and meet deadlines.
Make follow-up calls to patient caregivers for feedback.
Conduct vision screenings using a Welch Allyn Spot Check Vision Screener.
Dispense glasses to groups of student patients.
Study and follow Vision To Learn health and safety protocols.
Maintain safe driving, parking, and vehicle-use practices.
Set up the clinic, monitor and replenish inventory, and ensure patient and administrative paperwork supports an efficient daily workflow.
Load, secure, inspect, and fuel the vehicle as necessary.
Keep the vehicle and internal work areas clean and organized.
Perform additional responsibilities as needed.