Optometrist: Lead Community Eyecare with Advanced Tech

Walmart Inc.; Centralia (IL); On-site; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Walmart Inc. seeks an Associate Optometrist in Centralia, IL to provide evidence-based vision care and drive community eyecare access. The role partners with the Vision Center Manager to deliver high-quality service, while embracing cutting-edge instruments and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The position requires OD licensure, EMR/EHR experience, and the ability to educate patients and staff on eye health. Competitive compensation and bonuses are offered.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Optometry OD from accredited optometry school.
• Licensed optometrist in good standing in state of practice.
• EMR/EHR experience.
• Eagerness to embrace new equipment technology and advanced instrumentation.
• Experience in treating and managing ocular disease.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based vision care to ensure patients' health and wellbeing by recommending and prescribing medications and other treatment options.
• Deliver routine vision care using evidence-based guidelines.
• Educate patients and store associates on eye health including contact lens care and safety factors.
• Consult with other health professionals to prepare patient care plans per state scope of practice.
• Embrace new equipment and advanced instrumentation, integrating technology such as digital phoropters and OCT systems.
• Manage Optical Operations and ensure adherence to policies and procedures for prescriptions, certifications, and training.
• Recruit doctors in partnership with Market Directors.
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA, SOPs, and billing procedures.

Skills

EMR/EHR experience

Treating and managing ocular disease

Adapt to new equipment and advanced —

Education

Doctoral degree in Optometry OD

Licensed optometrist in good standing in state of practice

Tools

EMR Maestro

OCT retinal camera

Job description

Walmart Inc. seeks an Associate Optometrist in Centralia, IL to provide evidence-based vision care and drive community eyecare access. The role partners with the Vision Center Manager to deliver high-quality service, while embracing cutting-edge instruments and ensuring regulatory compliance.

The position requires OD licensure, EMR/EHR experience, and the ability to educate patients and staff on eye health. Competitive compensation and bonuses are offered.