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As Needed Ophthalmic / Optometry Technician
Servants for Sight – Mobile Vision Unit
South Carolina (Traveling -- Milage Reimbursed)
Position Summary
Servants for Sight is seeking a dependable, compassionate, and flexible As-Needed Ophthalmic/Optometry Technician to support vision care services on our mobile eye care unit throughout South Carolina. This position plays an important role in helping underserved communities gain access to quality eye care through screenings, exams, education, and patient support.
The ideal candidate is comfortable working in a mobile clinical environment, enjoys community outreach, and is adaptable to changing schedules and locations. Outreach events are currently concentrated in the Upstate region, with expanding outreach efforts into Kershaw County and additional areas across the state. As the organization continues to grow statewide, this role will require travel throughout South Carolina.
This position is currently PRN/as-needed with the opportunity to grow into a part-time role as the organization expands.
This position reports directly to the Practice Director.
Compensation
- $20–$25 per hour based on experience and qualifications
- Mileage reimbursement provided for approved travel related to mobile clinic outreach events
Key Responsibilities
- Assist optometrists and/or ophthalmologists during mobile clinic events
- Perform preliminary testing including visual acuity, auto-refraction, tonometry, and OCT/retinal imaging as applicable
- Prepare patients for examinations and explain procedures clearly and professionally
- Document patient information accurately in paper records
- Maintain cleanliness, organization, and readiness of the mobile clinic and equipment
- Assist with patient flow, scheduling, and intake during outreach events
- Support community outreach efforts with professionalism and compassion
- Help load, unload, and set up equipment when necessary
- Follow HIPAA, safety, and infection control standards at all times
- Travel to outreach locations throughout South Carolina as scheduled
Qualifications
- Experience in optometry or ophthalmology preferred
- Experience with ophthalmic testing equipment strongly preferred
We develop community partnerships and involve like-minded individuals to help thousands of people get the gift of sight. We are a nonprofit organization and serve those in need by:
Providing vision screenings and exams on our mobile unit.
Referring disadvantaged people in the Upstate of South Carolina to our volunteering eye care practitioners. Physicians donate their expertise while Servants for Sight funds the “out of pocket” costs such as: lenses, glasses, and surgery fees.
Training Christian mission groups to include vision screenings and glasses as part of their mission trips. Servants for Sight provides all necessary training, equipment and supplies. Payment for glasses is not required, however; donations are greatly appreciated.
Salary : $20 - $25