Optometrist

ETS Vision; Lehighton (Carbon County); On-site; USD 187,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Flexible schedule

1099 contract

Job summary

ETS Vision in Lehighton, PA, is seeking a full-time optometrist to join a thriving private practice. This 1099 position offers excellent flexibility and strong compensation while helping serve a growing patient base.

The OD will focus on primary eye care, with emphasis on contact lens fittings and prescription management. Billing is handled entirely by the practice, and the clinic uses a fully electronic medical records system, with a schedule open Monday through Saturday.

Qualifications

• Active Pennsylvania Optometry license.
• Full-time availability.
• Willingness to cover a minimum of 3 days per week.

Responsibilities

• Provide primary eye care with emphasis on contact lens fittings and prescription management.

Education

Pennsylvania Optometry License

Job description

A well-established, thriving private practice is currently booked out further than they’d like and is ready to bring on a full-time OD to help serve their growing patient base. This is a 1099 position offering excellent flexibility and strong compensation.

POSITION HIGHLIGHTS

• Compensation: $1,200 per diem
• Schedule: Practice is open Monday–Saturday; seeking coverage a minimum of 3 days/week (4 days preferred)
• Clinical Focus: Primary eye care, with a strong emphasis on contact lens fittings and prescription management
• Billing handled entirely by the practice — no administrative headaches
• Fully Electronic Medical Records system in place
• Requirements: Active Pennsylvania Optometry license

WHY LEHIGHTON, PA?

Nestled in the heart of Carbon County in the Pocono Mountains region, Lehighton offers an exceptional quality of life that’s hard to beat:

• Affordable living: Housing costs are significantly below the national average, making it easy to enjoy a comfortable lifestyle
• Natural beauty: Surrounded by the stunning Blue Mountain Ridge, with easy access to hiking, skiing, fishing, and outdoor recreation year-round
• Tight-knit community: A friendly, welcoming small-town atmosphere with a low cost of living and minimal commute stress
• Convenient location: Just 90 minutes from Philadelphia and under 2 hours from New York City — big-city amenities are always within reach
• Top-rated outdoor destinations: Proximity to Jim Thorpe (the “Little Switzerland of America”), Hickory Run State Park, and Beltzville Lake State Park
• Great schools and family-friendly environment: Ideal for those looking to put down roots in a safe, thriving community