(USA) Associate Optometrist - Walmart

Walmart; White Lake Charter Township (MI); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Walmart is seeking an Associate Optometrist to provide quality vision care and support patient health in a fast-paced environment. The ideal candidate will hold a Doctoral degree in Optometry and be experienced in the latest technology and treating ocular diseases. Competitive pay and benefits, along with a focus on community engagement and patient care, await you at Walmart's Vision Center.

Benefits

Competitive pay

Performance bonuses

Health benefits (medical, vision, dental)

401(k) plan

Stock purchase

Life insurance

Paid time off

Educational assistance

Qualifications

• Licensed in good standing in the state of practice.
• Experience in treating ocular diseases preferred.
• Eagerness to adopt new technology.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based vision care and recommend treatments.
• Educate patients and collaborate on care plans.
• Manage optical operations and ensure compliance.

Skills

Patient care

Autonomy

Community connections

Education

Doctoral degree in Optometry (OD)

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Digital phoropters

OCT

Retinal cameras

Job description

It's time to see optometry through a new lens. Walmart is revolutionizing healthcare, and this is your chance to be part of it. A Walmart Associate Optometrist is the clinical partner to the Vision Center Manager and is core to our mission of advancing eyecare affordably for everyone.

About The Optometry Team

We're looking for someone who demonstrates autonomy and can forge strong community connections, operating the business as if it were their own. The Vision Center is fast-paced and well-equipped with resources and technology to support your success. Your most valuable tool? The ability to genuinely connect with our patients, as they turn to Walmart for trusted expertise.

What you'll do...

Provide evidence-based vision care to ensure patients' health and wellbeing by recommending and prescribing medications and other treatments, such as red eye, LASIK surgery, and cataract surgery.

Deliver routine vision care using evidence-based guidelines. Educate patients and store associates on eye health, including contact lens care, disease management, and safety factors. Collaborate with other health professionals to develop patient care plans, observing optometry scope of practice per state regulations.

Embrace new equipment and technology, including digital phoropters, EMR, Maestro, OCT, and retinal cameras.

What you'll bring

Doctoral degree in Optometry (OD) from an accredited school, licensed in good standing in the state of practice, with EMR/EHR experience, and eagerness to adopt new technology. Experience in treating ocular diseases is preferred.

Additional responsibilities include

• Managing optical operations and ensuring compliance with policies and regulations.
• Guiding and supporting team members and addressing customer concerns.
• Recruiting doctors in partnership with Market Directors.

Creating a culture of safety and quality

Foster a patient-centered environment, ensure adherence to SOPs, and promote transparency and error reporting. Conduct ongoing training and implement improvements to enhance safety and compliance.

Respect and integrity

Embrace diversity, foster a supportive workplace, and uphold high standards of ethics and compliance. Act with humility, honesty, and transparency.

Customer focus and excellence

Deliver results with a customer-first approach, make informed decisions, and support continuous improvement and innovation.

Benefits

Competitive pay, performance bonuses, health benefits (medical, vision, dental), 401(k), stock purchase, life insurance, paid time off, and additional perks like educational assistance through Live Better U.

Location

9190 Highland Rd, White Lake, MI 48386-2032, United States of America