Associate Optometrist

Certification TOGAF; Northwestern Ontario; On-site; CAD 110,000 - 140,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off/vacation

Employee discounts

Job summary

Pearle Vision is seeking an Associate Optometrist to deliver high-quality eyecare and lead NECE execution in our store. You will collaborate with the Store Manager and field leadership to maintain a safe, motivating work environment and drive patient satisfaction.

The role emphasizes exceptional patient service, clinical protocol adherence, and coaching of associate doctors, with opportunities for growth and strong team alignment within the eyecare network.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry is required.
• Knowledge of current optometric technology and practices.
• Strong communication, organization and time management skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide exceptional patient/customer service while delivering and leading NECE execution.
• Greet patients and answer phones as needed; conduct services per clinical protocols.
• Ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate recommendations; establish strong doctor/patient relationships.
• Coach associate doctors on clinical protocols and audit charts as appropriate.
• Collaborate with Store Manager and staff to ensure seamless eyecare and positive patient outcomes.
• Support staff training in orientation, front desk procedures, pre-testing, and product knowledge.
• Support performance reviews and staffing forecasts with Store Manager.

Skills

Communication skills

Time management

Organization

Education

Doctor of Optometry

Job description

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.

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.
  • Effective transitioning of patients to a sales associate with dialogue regarding the patient’s 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 Store Manager; initiates appropriate disciplinary action when necessary and follows up to monitor progress.
• Partners with Store Manager to complete annual performance reviews for Associate Doctors.
• Provides feedback to the Store Manager for store associates’ reviews.
• Collaborates with 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 Store Manager.
• Collaborates with 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

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. 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.

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