Optometrist — Mobile Long-Term Care | Make Vision Care More Accessible

All Jobs > Optometrist — Mobile Long-Term Care | Make Vision Care More Accessible Optometrist — Mobile Long-Term Care | Make Vision Care More Accessible Columbus, OH Description ExcelHealth Group is growing, and we are looking for a motivated traveling Optometrist who wants to do meaningful work beyond the walls of a traditional clinic. In this role, you will bring high-quality, on-site vision care directly to residents in long-term care communities—helping improve comfort, independence, safety, and overall quality of life for patients who may otherwise face significant barriers to accessing care. This is an exciting opportunity for a clinician who values autonomy, variety, purpose, and strong operational support. You will have the chance to build relationships with facility teams, serve a deeply appreciative patient population, and be part of a care model designed to meet people where they are. Why Join ExcelHealth Group? Do work that matters every day by bringing essential eye care to seniors and long-term care residents who may have limited access to outside appointments. Practice with independence while still having a responsive support team handling logistics, facility coordination, scheduling, billing, collections, recruitment, and technology needs. Enjoy variety in your workweek through a mobile care model that allows you to serve multiple communities and meet patients in different care settings. Join a mission-driven organization focused on compassionate, comprehensive care for residents in nursing homes and long-term care communities. Be part of a team that values professionalism, reliability, clinical quality, and the human connection that makes healthcare meaningful. About ExcelHealth Group: ExcelHealth Group provides mobile and ancillary healthcare services for residents in long-term care communities, including optometry, dentistry, podiatry, and audiology. We partner with nursing facilities to make care easier to access by bringing qualified providers directly to residents where they live. Our model is built around access, compassion, and operational excellence. ExcelHealth Group supports clinicians by managing the non-clinical side of the work—including facility contracting, relationship management, growth and development, patient enrollment, scheduling, billing, collections, recruitment, and IT support—so providers can focus on what they do best: delivering excellent patient care. As we continue to grow, we are looking for clinicians who are energized by service, comfortable working independently, and excited to help expand access to high-quality care for an underserved population. Where You’ll Work: Provide mobile optometry services at nursing homes and long-term care communities throughout the state. Travel to established partner facilities where residents are scheduled for on-site care. Work in designated treatment rooms or provide bedside care when needed based on patient needs and facility setup. Receive schedules in advance to support planning, organization, and predictability in your workweek. What You’ll Do: Conduct comprehensive eye examinations for residents in long-term care settings. Provide yearly exams, follow-up visits, spectacle ordering, and evaluation or management of common eye disorders. Adapt care delivery to the needs of each patient, including residents who may require bedside exams, additional time, or a gentle communication approach. Document clinical care accurately and thoroughly in accordance with company and regulatory expectations. Communicate professionally with patients, facility staff, families when appropriate, and internal team members. Represent ExcelHealth Group with compassion, reliability, and a strong commitment to patient-centered care. What We’re Looking For: Licensed Optometrist with a passion for delivering high-quality, compassionate clinical care. Medicaid provider number, or willingness to obtain one promptly. A patient-first mindset and genuine interest in serving seniors and long-term care residents. Strong communication skills and the ability to build positive relationships with patients, facility staff, and internal team members. Comfort working independently, managing a mobile schedule, and adapting to different facility environments. Professionalism, dependability, flexibility, and a desire to be part of a growing care model. Benefits, Support, and What Makes This Role Different: Travel expenses covered according to company policy with a company-issued credit card; fuel coverage provided in lieu of mileage. PTO and paid holidays to support work-life balance. Health insurance reimbursement. Continuing education support to help you stay current and confident in your field. Basic vehicle maintenance support for a role that includes regular travel. Dedicated operational support for scheduling, facility coordination, billing, collections, technology needs, and day-to-day questions. A purposeful role where you can spend more time caring for patients and less time navigating administrative obstacles. Schedule: Full-time position, five (5) days per week. Schedules are created 30–45 days in advance whenever possible, giving you ample notice to plan ahead. The mobile format offers variety, autonomy, and the opportunity to serve multiple long-term care communities. Requirements Employment Requirements: All employees are subject to background checks and drug screening. This company participates in the E-Verify process. Ready to Bring Vision Care Where It’s Needed Most? If you are an Optometrist who wants a career with purpose, independence, and meaningful patient impact, we would love to hear from you. #J-18808-Ljbffr ExcelHealth Group