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Optician – Locum Tenens | Federal Healthcare | Clarksburg, WV $25–$40/hour | Full-Time | 2 Positions Available
We are seeking two licensed Opticians for full-time locum tenens positions providing onsite optician services within a federal healthcare facility in Clarksburg, West Virginia. This is a stable, long-term opportunity with an initial contract period of one year and the option to extend for up to three additional years.
Position Overview
- Setting: Onsite federal eye clinic
- Schedule: Monday – Friday, 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM CST (federal holidays excluded)
- Location: Clarksburg, WV
- Positions Available: 2
- Contract Start: August 1, 2026 through July 31, 2027
- Extension: Option to extend up to 3 additional years
What You'll Be Doing
You will provide comprehensive optician services to an established patient population within a federal medical center eye clinic. Day to day responsibilities include eyeglass fitting, frame adjustments and repairs, lens measurements, and supporting the full scope of optician services during active patient care hours. Extended coverage beyond standard hours may be arranged as needed in coordination with clinic leadership.
Requirements
- Active, unrestricted Optician state license (required)
- American Board of Opticians (ABO) certification (required)
- Ability to pass federal facility credentialing requirements
- Compliance with federal privacy and information security training including VA Privacy and HIPAA training upon onboarding
Occupational Health Requirements
The following must be completed prior to start:
- MMR vaccine or titer
- Hepatitis B vaccine or titer
- Varicella vaccine or titer
- TB skin test, bloodwork, or chest X-ray
- Influenza vaccination
Why This Role
This is a rare long-term optician opportunity in the federal healthcare space with built-in stability — a one-year initial contract with the potential to extend for three more years. Clarksburg is a small, affordable community in north-central West Virginia with a low cost of living and easy access to outdoor recreation throughout the region. Two positions are available simultaneously, making this an excellent fit for opticians already in the area or looking to establish a long-term federal placement serving those who have served our country.
Pay: $25.00 - $40.00 per hour
License/Certification:
- Optician license in West Virginia (Required)
- ABO Certification (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Clarksburg, WV 26302 (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $25 - $40