Independent Optometrist - Walmart

Walmart; Michigan; On-site; USD 80,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking company as an Independent Optometrist within Walmart stores, where you will lead in patient care and eye health. This role offers you the autonomy to set your practice schedule, control your patient interactions, and keep all professional fees. With the support of Walmart's infrastructure, you can focus on delivering exceptional eye care while enjoying the flexibility of being your own boss. This opportunity is perfect for those looking to make a meaningful impact in their community while enjoying the benefits of a well-established retail environment. Step into a role that combines independence with the support of a trusted name in retail.

Benefits

Autonomy in Practice

Control Over Fees

Access to Equipment

Administrative Support (if allowed)

Qualifications

• Must hold a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree from an accredited school.
• Valid state optometry and ophthalmology licenses required.

Responsibilities

• Provide patient care in eye and vision care within Walmart stores.
• Manage your practice schedule and patient fees independently.

Skills

Patient Care

Optometry

Ophthalmology

General Health Knowledge

Education

Doctor of Optometry (OD)

Ophthalmologist (MD or DO)

Tools

Optometry Equipment

Administrative Support Tools

Job description

Position Summary

Launch your services in Walmart stores!
As an Independent Optometrist leasing space inside our Walmart stores, you will take a leading role in patient care with respect to eye and vision care as well as general health and well-being.
As an independent lease holder, you have the autonomy to:

1. Establish your days of practice
2. Establish your hours of operation
3. Control your patient schedule
4. Set your fee schedule
5. Keep 100% of exam/professional fees

For a fair market value, you can opt into:

1. Equipment/instrumentation
2. Administrative and/or Opt-Tech support services (if state allows)

Minimum Qualifications for a lease agreement:

1. Doctor of Optometry (OD) from an accredited optometry school
2. Valid state optometry license
3. Ophthalmologist (MD or DO) from an accredited school
4. Valid state ophthalmology license
5. General Liability Certificate
6. Professional Liability Insurance Certificate
7. W-9

ME & VA license agreements are with Gumberg Asset Management Company.
By continuing with this process, you understand that you are not applying for a position of employment with Walmart Inc. or any entity owned by Walmart Inc. Nothing in the documents or information presented during this process is intended to create, now or in the future, an employment relationship with Walmart Inc. or any entity owned by Walmart Inc. To the extent any of the documents or information presented during this process implies that you are applying for a position of employment with Walmart Inc. or an entity owned by Walmart Inc., you expressly disclaim such understanding by continuing with this process.

Leadership Expectations:

1. Respect for the Individual: Builds high-performing, diverse teams; embraces differences in people, cultures, ideas, and experiences; creates a workplace where associates feel seen, supported and connected through culture of belonging; creates equitable opportunities for associates to thrive and perform.
2. Respect for the Individual: Works collaboratively; builds strong and trusting relationships; communicates with impact, energy, and positivity to motivate and influence.
3. Respect for the Individual: Attracts and retains the best, diverse talent; empowers and develops talent; and recognizes others’ contributions and accomplishments.
4. Act with Integrity: Maintains and promotes the highest standards of integrity, ethics and compliance, models the Walmart values to support and foster our culture; holds oneself and others accountable; supports Walmart’s goal of becoming a regenerative company by making a positive impact for associates, customers, members, and the world around us.
5. Act with Integrity: Acts in a selfless manner and is consistently humble, self-aware, honest, fair, and transparent.
6. Service to the Customer/Member: Delivers results while putting the customer first; considers and adapts to how, where, and when customers shop; and applies the EDLP and EDLC business models to all plans.
7. Service to the Customer/Member: Makes decisions based on data, insights, and analysis; balances short- and long-term priorities; and considers our customers, fellow associates, shareholders, suppliers, business partners, and communities when making plans.
8. Strive for Excellence: Displays curiosity and a desire to learn; takes calculated risks; demonstrates courage and resilience; and encourages learning from mistakes.
9. Strive for Excellence: Drives continuous improvements; adopts and encourages the use of new technologies and skills; and supports others through change.

Minimum Qualifications

Outlined below are the required minimum qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no minimum qualifications.

1. Doctor of Optometry (OD) from an accredited optometry school
2. Valid state optometry license
3. Ophthalmologist (MD or DO) from an accredited school
4. Valid state ophthalmology license
5. General Liability Certificate
6. Professional Liability Insurance Certificate
7. W-9

Preferred Qualifications

Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position. If none are listed, there are no preferred qualifications.

Primary Location

6170 S Saginaw Rd, Grand Blanc, MI 48439-7026, United States of America