Associate Optometrist

ESSILORLUXOTTICA GROUP; Newmarket; On-site; CAD 125,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

A global leader in vision care is looking for an Associate Optometrist in Newmarket, Ontario. You will be responsible for enhancing patient care via excellent service, clinical protocols, and staff training. Ideal candidates will possess a Doctor of Optometry degree and strong communication and organizational skills. This role supports the mission to build a motivating work environment while contributing to the growth of the organization. Competitive pay and benefits are part of the package.

Benefits

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Qualifications

• Required knowledge of current optometric technology and practices.
• Developed communication skills, both verbal and written.
• Organization and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Deliver excellent patient/customer service.
• Conduct services according to Clinical Protocols.
• Communicate effectively to ensure seamless eyecare experience.
• Develop qualified associate doctors through training.

Skills

Communication skills

Organization skills

Time-management skills

Education

Doctor of Optometry

Job description

At every neighborhood Pearle Vision we believe nothing should keep patients from getting the eye care they need. We are experts who know that every appointment begins and ends with trust. It's how we stay true to Dr. Pearle's vision of genuine eye care.

Pearle Vision is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting‑edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eye‑care industry.

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Associate Optometrist is responsible for creating exceptional value in the lives of our patients by delivering and leading the execution of NECE. Partners with the Store Manager and Field Leadership Team to build and secure a safe and motivating work environment that encourages commitment, innovation, success, and continued growth for the organization.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Conveys a 100% commitment to providing excellent patient/customer service through delivering and leading the execution of NECE.
• Assists with greeting patients and answering phones when needed.
• Conducts all service in accordance with Clinical Protocols and accepted standards of care.
• Ensures all patients receive accurate diagnosis and appropriate recommendations.
• Establishes a positive doctor/patient relationship.
• Coaches associate doctors on clinical protocols (audits charts as appropriate).
• Communicates effectively with all store associates to ensure a seamless eyecare experience and beneficial patient outcome by:
  • Uncovering patients' multiple needs and prescribing products and services to meet those needs.
  • Effectively transitioning patients to a sales associate with dialogue regarding the patients' needs and prescribed products and services.
• Focuses on developing the most qualified associate doctors and store associates by ensuring training in the following areas:
  • Orientation
  • Front desk procedures
  • Pre‑testing
  • Telephone skills
  • Contact Lens Training
  • Clinical Protocols
  • Pearle Certified Eyecare
  • Company safety, diversity, HIPPA, and loss prevention
  • Leadership and management
• Encourages associate decision making at the level closest to the patient.
• Delivers clear, motivating, and constructive feedback to associate doctors and associates in a timely manner.
• Confronts problem performers directly without delay in conjunction with the Store Manager; initiates appropriate disciplinary action when necessary and follows up to monitor progress.
• Partners with the Store Manager to complete annual performance reviews for associate doctors.
• Provides feedback to the Store Manager for store associates' reviews.
• Collaborates with the Store Manager to achieve total store success.
• Strives to achieve "Far Exceeds Expectations" on all targets set for the following areas:
  • Secret shops
  • Sales plan % to goal
  • Exam growth
  • Store profitability
  • Ancillary services / adherence to clinical protocols
  • Key performance indicators
• Recruits and selects high‑caliber staff in conjunction with the Store Manager.
• Collaborates with the Store Manager to forecast staffing needs accurately based on business trends.
• Adheres to approved staffing and scheduling guidelines.
• Supervises and validates receipt of CL diagnostics and physical inventory.
• Ensures managed vision care claims are processed timely and accurately.
• Takes ownership for ensuring that the doctor's office supplies and company‑approved forms are ordered in a timely manner.
• Takes pride in the appearance of the office and store and ensures visual displays are in accordance with company‑provided guidelines.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctor of Optometry
• Required knowledge of current optometric technology and practices
• Developed communication skills, both verbal and written
• Organization and time‑management skills

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first‑class total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844‑303‑0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email [e-mail].

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in the U.S. receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.