Optometrist

• Career Opportunity: Optometrist
• Location: Mount Healthy Vision Center – Portable Optical Program
• Organization: The HealthCare Connection

About The HealthCare Connection

Founded in 1967, The HealthCare Connection (THCC) was Ohio’s first Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC). Our mission is to provide quality and accessible primary healthcare services through community responsive approaches that address financial, geographic, and other barriers to care for residents of northern Hamilton County and surrounding areas.

THCC serves over 20,000 patients annually and operates two primary care clinics and six school-based health centers and growing! Our integrated model includes Primary Care, Pediatrics, Infectious Disease, Substance Use Treatment, Integrated Behavioral Health, Dental Services, Women’s Health, and Pharmacy. THCC is proudly recognized as a Level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home (PCMH)—the highest recognition for quality and coordinated care.

Position Overview:

We are seeking a dedicated Optometrist to join our Portable Optical Program, providing comprehensive eye exams to students across various school districts, directly onsite in schools. This is an exciting opportunity to enjoy work-life balance while making a meaningful impact on children’s vision and overall health. You will practice at the top of your license in a team-based, integrated care setting.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive eye exams, diagnosis, and treatment for a diverse, underserved patient population, including pediatric and school-based care.
• Deliver clear, compassionate communication of findings and care plans to patients, families, and school partners.
• Lead and support clinical staff in workflow optimization, patient experience, and quality care delivery within a mobile/portable clinic model.
• Train and mentor staff on clinical procedures, HIPAA compliance, and coding/billing best practices.
• Maintain accurate, timely documentation in accordance with federal, state, and organizational standards.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams and community partners to improve access to vision care.
• Ensure adherence to safety, regulatory, and quality standards while supporting continuous improvement in clinic operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree.
• ABO Certification or State Licensure.

Preferred Qualifications

• Background in pediatrics or vision therapy.
• Experience with optical dispensing.
• Previous work in a Federally Qualified Health Center.
• Experience providing care in school or portable/mobile clinic settings.

Benefits

• Anthem BC Health Insurance
• Wellness Rewards Program
• Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Free Life & Short-Term Disability Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• Comprehensive Paid Time Off (PTO)
• CME Time and Reimbursements
• 10 Paid Holidays
• Eligibility for NHSC loan repayment programs

Equal Employment Opportunity/Drug-Free Workplace:

The HealthCare Connection is focused on creating a community that promotes dignity and respect for employees, patients and other community members. THCC is an Equal Opportunity Employer and a Drug-Free Workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, military status or other characteristics protected by law and will not be discriminated against based on disability.

THCC will only employ those who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Any offer of employment is conditioned upon the successful completion of a background check and a drug screen.