Optometrist

Vision to Learn•Philadelphia, PA

10d•Onsite

About The Position

Vision To Learn is seeking a Pennsylvania-licensed optometrist to provide mobile vision care to students in underserved communities in the greater Philadelphia area. The position is part-time and contract, for up to three days per week—Wednesdays, Thursdays, and Fridays—beginning in December 2026 and continuing through the end of the 2026–2027 school year. The role is based on a mobile clinic and requires flexibility to commute throughout the area. The optometrist will conduct vision evaluations, prescribe appropriate vision devices, test patients using applicable equipment, explain how to use prescribed devices, and ensure diagnoses are documented in internal systems. Candidates must complete the required clearances, including background and child abuse history checks, TB screening, and a drug test. Vision To Learn describes its team as service-oriented, empathetic, detail-oriented, and committed to providing high-quality care to children. The position requires a doctorate and an optometry license.

Requirements

Current Pennsylvania optometry license.
Doctorate.
Flexibility to commute throughout the greater Philadelphia area for mobile clinic work.
Pass required Department of Justice background check/fingerprinting (LiveScan), child abuse history clearance, TB screening, and drug test.
Demonstrated commitment to quality patient care and a positive, proactive attitude.

Nice To Haves

Team-oriented approach and dedication to Vision To Learn’s mission.

Responsibilities

Provide vision evaluations, including checking visual acuity, assessing binocular vision, intraocular pressure, pupils, performing full refractions, prescribing appropriate correction, and assessing ocular health.
Prescribe vision devices, test patients on applicable equipment to determine suitable devices, and instruct patients in their proper use.
Confirm that patient diagnoses are properly documented in internal systems.