Associate Optometrist

LensCrafters; Winnipeg; On-site; CAD 60,000 - 78,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Health benefits

Retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee discounts

Job summary

LensCrafters in Winnipeg, Manitoba is seeking a part-time Associate Optometrist to deliver high-quality eye care in partnership with our store team. You will focus on patient experience, KPI achievement, and brand representation.

This role emphasizes excellent service, strong communication, and keeping licensure current, with a supportive environment and opportunities for professional development.

Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry degree required; active licensure preferred in Manitoba or eligible for licensure.
• Commitment to quality patient care and service excellence.
• Knowledge of current optometric theory, technology, and best practices.

Responsibilities

• Deliver comprehensive eye examinations and patient care in collaboration with the store team.
• Uphold LensCrafters brand standards and maintain high patient satisfaction and KPI performance.
• Maintain licensure and pursue ongoing professional development; provide guidance to team members.

Skills

Commitment to quality patient care

Knowledge of current optometric theory

Strong communicator

Problem solving ability

Solid organization skills

Education

Doctor of Optometry

Job description

Associate Optometrist (Part‑Time)

LensCrafters, part of EssilorLuxottica, is looking for a dedicated Associate Optometrist to deliver top‑quality optometric care in partnership with the team. The role focuses on patient experience, KPI achievement, and brand representation.

Major Duties & Responsibilities

• Ensures executional excellence & winning results in partnership with the MOD & store team.
• Demonstrates commitment to exceed results through strong competency in KPI management & high accountability.
• Ensures Brand is known as the leading optical provider within the community.
• Operates as successful stakeholder to all leaders within the organization & local market.
• Places the patient/customer 1st & delivers excellent service.
• Strives to exceed expectations on all KPIs.
• Conveys a commitment to providing unsurpassed Patient Service through ensuring staff performs the following Service Process steps:
• Address all patients/customers visual life style needs
• Make eyewear recommendations based on patients/customers’ needs
• Explain each step of the eye exam; listen carefully to patients/customers
• Utilize available tools & visual aids to summarize & ensure patients understand each aspect of their vision, eye health, & overall well being
• Communicate effectively with patients the need for annual eye exams. Ensure all patients are appointed in TAB for their next eye exam
• Conducts all services in accordance with protocol & accepted standards of care.
• Ensures all patients receive accurate diagnosis & appropriate recommendations.
• Establishes a positive Doctor/patient relationship.
• Utilizes & leverages effectively all technology to deliver unsurpassed patient/customer experiences.
• Ensures office systems are maintained.
• Maintains State Licensure in good standing & practices to the full scope of that license, responsible for maintaining Continuing Education requirements.
• Provides effective training & guidance to team members making use of Company provided programs.
• Delivers clear, motivating & constructive feedback in a timely manner to all associates.
• Creates a positive culture linked to the corporate culture; identifies what motivates each individual & directs conversations & actions appropriately.
• Encourages associate decision making at the level closest to the patient.
• Maximizes partnerships through leadership, participation & involvement.
• Takes pride in the appearance of the office.
• Maintains safe working environment for all associates/patients.
• Leads by example.

Basic Qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry
• Commitment to quality patient care
• Knowledge of current Optometric theory & technology
• Strong communicator & listener
• Problem solving ability
• Solid Organization skills

Employee pay is determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications, skills and local minimum wage requirements. Compensation may include a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, plus a comprehensive benefits package such as health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application and hiring process. For a reasonable accommodation request, contact the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp Hotline at 844‑303‑0229 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.