Optometrist - Sams Optical

About the position

The position involves providing comprehensive evidence-based vision care to ensure the health and well-being of patients. This includes recommending and prescribing medications, delivering routine vision care, educating patients on eye health, and coordinating care with other health professionals. The role also encompasses evaluating patients' health conditions, performing eye examinations, and developing treatment plans based on clinical presentations. Additionally, the position requires exceptional customer service, adherence to healthcare regulations, and the ability to analyze business objectives to enhance patient care and operational efficiency.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based vision care by recommending and prescribing medications and treatment options.
• Deliver routine vision care and educate patients and store associates on eye health.
• Consult with other health professionals to prepare and coordinate patient care plans.
• Evaluate patients' health conditions and perform comprehensive eye examinations.
• Prescribe, fit, and adjust eyeglasses, contact lenses, and other vision aids.
• Develop treatment plans based on patients' clinical presentations using evidence-based care guidelines.
• Represent the company in vision care and patient engagement by delivering exceptional customer service.
• Maintain and update patient information in vision center systems in a timely and confidential manner.
• Assist vision center staff on best practices and procedures.
• Ensure adherence to state, local, and federal healthcare regulations and Walmart vision center guidelines.
• Analyze business objectives and customer needs to develop and implement business strategies.
• Recruit, select, and develop talent to maintain a skilled workforce.
• Cultivate an environment of integrity and ethics among associates.
• Develop and leverage internal and external partnerships to achieve business goals.

Requirements

• Doctoral degree in Optometry (OD) from an accredited optometry school.
• Licensed optometrist in good standing in the state of practice.

Benefits

• Health benefits including medical, vision, and dental coverage.
• Financial benefits including 401(k), stock purchase, and company-paid life insurance.
• Paid time off benefits including PTO, parental leave, family care leave, bereavement, jury duty, and voting.
• Short-term and long-term disability benefits.
• Company discounts and Military Leave Pay.
• Adoption and surrogacy expense reimbursement.
• Paid education assistance through the Live Better U program.