Senior Director, Field Eyecare - Pearle Vision

Luxottica; Boston, Northern (MA, KY); Hybrid; USD 191,000 - 264,000; Full time

Job summary

Pearle Vision seeks a Senior Director of Eyecare to drive doctor-related initiatives and recruit Optometrists for Franchise and Corporate stores. You will coordinate with the Eyecare COE to implement brand priorities across the field.

You will lead a cross-functional team, engage with academic partners, and monitor metrics to expand patient access while upholding regulatory standards and delivering high-quality patient experiences.

Qualifications

• BA/BS in business, health care or related field.
• 12+ years of multi‑unit responsibility for physician/optometric practice management or similar experience.
• Strong influencing and negotiating skills.
• Team building and management skills.
• Excellent coaching and development skills.
• Strong communicator and listener.
• Problem solving ability.
• 50%-75% travel.

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with optometrists, field leads, marketing, internal stakeholders, academic institutions, and attend industry events to drive patient access, expand business, and elevate brand loyalty.
• Lead the MedTech strategy for the brand.
• Lead the Optometric Advisory Council (OAC) of Doctors to gain insights and sponsor brand Eyecare strategies.
• Provide Doctor practice management consultation to grow eye exams and patient experiences.
• Lead OD recruitment and management across the US and Canada.
• Monitor and analyze Brand and Doctor metrics to identify opportunities and optimize coverage.
• Partner with the Eyecare COE and Corporate Training to develop doctor and field training programs/tools.
• Influence communications strategies to enhance doctor-brand collaboration.

Skills

Influencing & negotiating

Team building

Coaching & development

Communication & listening

Problem solving

Travel management

Education

BA/BS in business or health care

Doctor of Optometry or related master’s degree

Job description

Senior Director, Field Eyecare - Pearle Vision

At every neighborhood Pearle Vision we believe nothing should keep patients from getting the eye care they need. Consider working for a Pearle Vision right in your community. We look for employees who are creative, energetic, and people focused looking for exciting opportunities in eye care or retail.

Pearle Vision 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 Senior Director of Eyecare is responsible for driving execution of doctor-related activities and initiatives for the Pearle Vision Brand. This role will lead the recruiting of Optometrists for diverse store environments both Franchise and Corporate and implement strategies to enhance Doctor engagement. This leader will liaise with the Eyecare Center of Excellence (COE) to ensure that brand priorities are supported by the COE and that COE strategies are successfully implemented within the brand.

MAJOR DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaborate with optometrists, field leads, marketing, internal stakeholders, academic institutions, and attend industry events to drive patient access, expand business, and elevate brand loyalty.


• Lead the MedTech strategy for the brand.


• Lead the Optometric Advisory Council (OAC) of Doctors to gain insights and perspectives on the doctor experience within the brand and enlist their help and sponsorship to execute brand Eyecare strategies


• Provide Doctor practice management consultation to continually grow eye exams and deliver positive patient experiences.


• Lead OD recruitment and management efforts across the US and Canada


• Monitor and analyze Brand and Doctor metrics to identify and act upon opportunities to build the business and optimize coverage


• Strategically increase patient access and ensure comprehensive coverage within the brands, minimizing dark, dim and opportunity stores


• Partner with the Eyecare COE and Corporate Training team to support development of new, value-added Doctor and field training programs/tools


• Influence the communication strategies developed by the Eyecare COE team that enhance communication between the brands and the doctor community


• Support sublease administration including renewals, non-renewals & annual business planning sessions led by the COE Operations team


• Maintain strong knowledge of all regulatory requirements that impact the business or the Doctors and ensure compliance


• Lead & empower team members to enhance patient access and drive business results by utilizing their expertise in optometry skills, TAB, Digital Suite, and state licensing requirements to recruit Optometrists for varied locations and business models, while also strategizing for future growth opportunities.


• Coach and mentor team to optimize the patient journey and spearhead eyecare initiatives through well‑defined action plans.


• Cultivate effective relationships with internal departments to address business challenges and opportunities, focusing on enhancing Optometrist satisfaction.


• Maintain EyeMed, Medicare, and managed care credentialing materials, and encourage participation of sublease doctors in MVC plans.

BASIC QUALIFICATIONS

• BA/BS in business, health care or related field


• 12+ years of multi‑unit responsibility for physician/optometric practice management or similar experience


• Strong influencing and negotiating skills


• Team building and management skills


• Excellent coaching and development skills


• Strong communicator and listener


• Problem solving ability


• 50%-75% travel

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctor of Optometry or master’s degree in healthcare related field


• Licensed to practice optometry in state where brand does business

Pay Range:191,312.85-264,247.00

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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