Optometric Vision Therapist

Waldo Solutions; Richland (WA); On-site; USD 28,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid time off

Healthcare insurance

Dental

Retirement plan with company match

Vision exam + hardware or contacts

Vision therapy training

Professional development support

Performance bonuses

Monday-Friday schedule

Meaningful work

Job summary

Heaston & Thompson Vision Clinic in Richland, WA is seeking a motivated Optometric Vision Therapist to join our established team. You will work one-on-one with children and adults to improve visual function through doctor-prescribed therapy programs.

The role welcomes candidates from optometry, healthcare, education, and related fields. Training is available; strong interpersonal skills and a patient-focused approach are essential. Monday–Friday schedule with no regular weekends.

Qualifications

• Experience in optometry, healthcare, education or related fields preferred.
• Comfortable working one-on-one with patients.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Willing to train the right candidate.
• Ability to connect with children.

Responsibilities

• Provide 45-minute one-on-one vision therapy sessions.
• Carry out treatment plans prescribed by the optometrist.
• Guide patients through visual, sensory, motor, and developmental activities.
• Build rapport with pediatric and adult patients.
• Educate patients and families on home therapy.
• Track patient progress and document outcomes.
• Communicate observations with doctors and team.
• Collaborate with clinical team to support treatment goals.

Skills

Customer service

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Child engagement

One-on-one care

Job description

Heaston Thompson Vision Clinic is seeking a motivated, patient-centered Optometric Vision Therapist to join our established vision therapy team in Richland, WA.

In this role, you’ll work one-on-one with children and adults to help improve visual function through individualized, doctor-prescribed therapy programs. You’ll guide patients through visual, sensory, and motor-based activities while helping them build skills that can positively impact learning, movement, performance, and everyday life.

Coming from a related field? You may be a great fit! We welcome candidates with backgrounds in optometry, healthcare, education, childhood development, kinesiology, occupational or physical therapy, coaching, rehabilitation, or other related fields. Direct vision therapy experience is a plus, but we are willing to train the right person.

WHAT WE OFFER:

• $20-$28 per hour, depending on experience and background.
• Paid time off, including vacation and sick days in compliance with our office manual
• Healthcare insurance + Dental
• Retirement savings plan with company match after 1 year of employment
• Comprehensive Vision Exam + Hardware or contacts after 90 days of employment
• Paid, hands-on vision therapy training.
• Support toward professional development and vision therapy certification.
• Performance bonuses based on company and individual performance
• Monday-Friday schedule with no regular weekends.
• Meaningful work helping patients improve their confidence, independence, and quality

WHAT YOU WILL DO:

• Provide individualized 45-minute, one-on-one vision therapy sessions.
• Carry out treatment plans prescribed by the optometrist.
• Guide patients through visual, sensory, motor, and developmental activities.
• Build positive relationships with pediatric and adult patients.
• Encourage and motivate patients throughout their therapy program.
• Educate patients and families on home therapy activities and expectations.
• Track patient progress and accurately document outcomes.
• Communicate observations and progress with doctors and other team members.
• Collaborate with the clinical team to support each patient’s treatment goals.

WHAT WE ARE LOOKING FOR:

• Experience in optometry, healthcare, education, childhood development, therapy, rehabilitation, kinesiology, coaching, or a related field is preferred.
• Strong customer service, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Comfortable working closely one-on-one with patients.
• Ability to connect with, motivate, and build rapport with children.
• Patient, encouraging, and positive approach.
• Experience teaching, coaching, guiding, or providing instruction is a plus.
• Organized and detail-oriented with the ability to track patient progress.
• Comfortable following structured treatment plans and clinical direction.
• Curious and interested in how vision connects to learning, movement, and performance.
• Team-oriented and able to communicate effectively with doctors, patients, families, and coworkers.

ABOUT US

Heaston & Thompson Vision Clinic is an established eye care practice serving the Richland community with a strong commitment to personalized patient care. In addition to comprehensive eye care, our team provides specialized vision therapy designed to improve how patients use their visual system in school, work, sports, and everyday life. We take a collaborative, individualized approach to helping each patient reach their full potential.