Associate Optometrist-Waco, TX- Target Optical

Luxottica; Waco (TX); On-site; USD 95,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health care

Retirement savings

Paid time off/vacation

Various employee discounts

Job summary

Target Optical in Waco, TX seeks an Associate Optometrist to deliver high‑quality eye care and build strong patient relationships in a busy retail-vision environment.

The role requires graduate of accredited optometry program, TX license, DPA/TPA, and knowledge of current optometric technology; you will diagnose, treat, and manage eye conditions while mentoring team members.

Qualifications

• Graduate of accredited School or College of Optometry.
• Licensed to practice Optometry in the state of practice location.
• DPA and TPA certified.
• Knowledge of current Optometric technology and practices.

Responsibilities

• Provide high quality optometric care and services to patients.
• Establish a positive doctor/patient relationship.
• Conduct services per clinical protocols and standards of care.
• Ensure accurate diagnosis and appropriate recommendations.
• Leverage technology to deliver exceptional patient experiences.
• Collaborate with store team and field leadership to support brand growth.

Skills

Optometry care

Patient relations

Team collaboration

Education

Accredited optometry degree

Tools

Optometric tech

Job description

Associate Optometrist-Waco, TX- Target Optical

At Target Optical, we love the neighborhoods we belong to and that’s why we care for them. By listening and building relationships with one another, we help our guests get quality eye care products and services at a great value. Together, we’re on a mission to change the way people think about vision care.

Target Optical 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 eyecare industry. Discover more by following us on LinkedIn!

GENERAL FUNCTION

The Associate Optometrist (OD) ensures all patients receive the highest quality eye and vision care as well as their general health and well‑being. As a primary health care provider, you will use your extensive, ongoing training to examine, diagnose, treat and manage diseases, injuries and disorders of the visual system, eye and associated structures. The OD is a key leader within the organization and practice environment. They will help deliver the brand promise, patient experience and key results through strong collaboration and teamwork within the practice. These behaviors will also support the overall positive results and growth of the practice.

MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide high quality optometric care and services to your patients
• Establish a positive Doctor/Patient relationship
• Conduct all services in accordance with clinical protocols and accepted standards of care
• Ensure all patients receive accurate diagnosis and appropriate recommendations
• Utilize and effectively leverage all available technology to deliver unsurpassed patient and customer experiences
• Work with the store/practice team and Target Optical Field Leadership to build and secure a safe and motivating work environment that encourages commitment, innovation, success and continued growth for the brand
• Ensures the office quality systems are maintained
• Maximizes relationships through leadership, participation and involvement
• Provides clear, motivating and effective training and guidance to team members making use of Company provided programs
• Strives to exceed expectations on all Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and performance expectations
• Helps ensure the brand is known as the leading optical provider within the community

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduate of accredited School or College of Optometry
• Licensed to practice Optometry in the State of practice location
• DPA and TPA certified
• Knowledge of current Optometric technology and practices

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.

• health care
• retirement savings
• paid time off/vacation
• various employee discounts

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