LCHC will be closed on Friday, July 3, in observance of Independence Day. Regular business hours will resume on Saturday, July 4.
Thank you for trusting us with your care. We wish you a safe and happy holiday!
Be Part of a Very Special Team
Eye Care Careers at Lynn Community Health Center
Compassion · Collaboration · Growth
Why Join Our Eye Care Team?
A Mission-Driven Team
Support for Every Stage of Your Career
Integrated Care Model
Real Teamwork
Teaching/Learning Culture
NECO Relationship
Strong Leadership & Mentorship
A Place Where You Are Valued
See the Difference. Make a Difference.
Since 2008, Lynn Community Health Center (LCHC) and the New England College of Optometry (NECO) have worked side by side to bring exceptional vision care to the Lynn community and surrounding areas. What began as a shared mission to make eye care accessible has grown into a nationally recognized program—where high-quality care, education, and equity come together every day.
Whether you’re an optometrist, a technician, or a student in training, you’ll find purpose, support, and opportunity here at LCHC.
Why Work in Eye Care at LCHC?
- Be part of a mission-driven team rooted in health equity
- Help patients see more clearly—and access the care they deserve
- Contribute to one of the nation’s leading community eye care programs
- Work in a supportive, collaborative clinical environment
- Train and mentor the next generation of optometrists
- Access professional growth, leadership opportunities, and the chance to make a lasting impact
Vision Care with Compassion and Purpose
Access to quality vision care is life-changing—and at LCHC, it’s part of our commitment to whole-person health. Our optometry team serves nearly 9,000 patients each year, offering services to people of all ages and backgrounds, many of whom face barriers to care elsewhere.
We meet every patient with empathy, cultural humility, and respect.
Our services include:
- Comprehensive eye exams for children and adults
- Low vision optometry
- Pediatric ophthalmology
- Prescription updates for glasses and contacts
- Screening and treatment for diabetic retinopathy, glaucoma, cataracts, and more
- Coordination with primary care and chronic disease management teams
- Referrals to specialty ophthalmology when needed
A Small Team with Big Impact
Our eye care team is close-knit, mission-driven, and passionate about improving lives through better vision. We work hand-in-hand with departments across the health center to provide seamless, coordinated care.
Our optical shop serves as a trusted, affordable neighborhood resource for eyewear—with a wide selection of frames, contact lenses, and specialty glasses. Patients do not need to be LCHC medical patients to access vision care or the optical center.
We welcome walk-ins, self-pay patients, and offer a sliding fee discount for those without insurance.
Support for Learning and Growth
LCHC is one of NECO’s largest clinical training sites and hosts optometry students at every level of their education:
- 12 second-year students from August to May
- 54 third-year students from August to August
- 16 fourth-year students, rotating every 3 months throughout the year
In 2016, LCHC and NECO launched the Community Health Optometry Residency Program, one of only a handful of optometry residencies based in community health centers nationwide—and one of four in all of New England.
This next-level training prepares early-career doctors to deliver compassionate, equitable care in real-world settings that need them most.
”Residency is a major milestone, and it's relatively rare for a community health center to host one. Only about 3% of health centers in the U.S. even offer eye care—and even fewer have a residency program. What we’re building here is special.
— LCHC Eye Care Leadership Team
Meet Our Eye Care Team
Our Eye Care Department is led by a dedicated Clinic Director and supported by excellent operations managers, optometrists, residents, and student clinicians. While small in size, our team delivers a big impact every day—through teamwork, empathy, and clinical excellence.
Ready to Grow Your Eye Care Career?
Join us in providing high-quality, affordable vision care to our community. Whether you’re a seasoned provider or early in your career, you’ll find purpose and support here.
Located in Lynn, MA – easily accessible from Boston and the North Shore.
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