Traveling Optometrist

Aria Care Partners; St. Louis (MO); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 92,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Travel reimbursement

Licensure reimbursement

Travel stipend

Job summary

Aria Care Partners is seeking a part-time Travel Optometrist to deliver mobile care throughout Central and Eastern Illinois. This role includes conducting eye exams, diagnosing ocular diseases, and educating patients.

Candidates will benefit from a production-based compensation model, travel stipends, and reimbursement for mileage. All travel exceeding a 2.5-hour drive will include overnight lodging and paid time for driving. Ideal candidates must be able to obtain an Illinois license and maintain a clean driving record.

Qualifications

• Candidates must be able to obtain an Illinois license.
• Possess a valid driver's license and maintain a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eye exams using mobile optometric equipment.
• Diagnose and treat ocular disease.
• Prescribe, fit, and adjust eyeglasses.
• Recommend appropriate patient follow-up and care options.
• Educate patients, families, and facility staff about vision and optical matters.
• Deliver outstanding customer service through all patient interactions.
• Support the development of the overall service.

Skills

Eye Exams

Patient Care

Mobile Care

Driver's License

Tools

Mobile equipment

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a Travel Optometrist to provide mobile care throughout Central and Eastern Illinois. Candidates must be able to obtain an Illinois license. This position offers travel reimbursement, licensure reimbursement, and a travel stipend. We work with your schedule.

Job Type

Part‑time

Compensation

• Production‑based model with minimum per‑day rate guaranteed.
• Time and mileage rates for drives to/from facilities.
• Candidates must possess a valid driver’s license and maintain a clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Conduct eye exams using mobile optometric equipment and general diagnostic interpretation.
• Diagnose and treat ocular disease.
• Prescribe, fit, and adjust eyeglasses.
• Recommend appropriate patient follow‑up and care options.
• Educate patients, families, and facility staff about vision and optical matters.
• Deliver outstanding customer service through all patient interactions.
• Support the development of the overall service.

Location

This position covers a home market with driving up to a 3‑hour radius (adjustable based on provider preference and need). For drives greater than 2.5 hours, the company offers overnight lodging and meals. Mileage reimbursement and paid time for all driving that exceeds normal commute time are also provided.