(USA) Associate Optometrist - Walmart #5282

Walmart; Town of Greece (NY); On-site; USD 135,000 - 200,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, vision, and dental coverage

401(k)

Company discounts

Job summary

A leading retail corporation is seeking an Associate Optometrist for their Vision Center in Greece, NY. The role involves providing evidence-based vision care, managing patient health, and leading optical operations. Candidates must possess a Doctorate in Optometry and a valid state license. Competitive compensation includes a salary range of $135,000 to $200,000, along with various benefits and bonuses.

Qualifications

• Doctoral degree in Optometry (OD) from an accredited optometry school.
• Licensed optometrist in good standing in the state of practice.
• Experience with EMR/EHR systems required.

Responsibilities

• Provide evidence-based vision care and patient management.
• Consult with other health professionals to prepare patient care plans.
• Lead Optical Operations and share knowledge with associates.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Patient management

Ocular disease management

Technology adoption

Education

Doctoral degree in Optometry (OD)

Licensed optometrist in good standing

Tools

EMR/EHR systems

Job description

Position Summary

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 core to our mission of advancing eyecare affordably for everyone.

About The Optometry Team

We're looking for someone that shows autonomy and will forge the way to be a trusted part of the community, operating the business as if it were your own. The Vision Center is fast‑paced and equipped with the resources and technology you need to succeed. Your biggest tool? The ability to authentically 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 treatment options such as LASIK surgery and cataract surgery.

Deliver routine vision care using evidence‑based care guidelines.

Educate patients and store associates on eye health including contact lens care, disease state management and safety factors.

Consult with other health professionals to prepare patient care plans, observing optometry scope of practice per state board.

Embrace new equipment technology and advanced instrumentation. This is essential as we are integrating advanced technology such as digital phoropters, EMR Maestro, OCT, retinal camera combo.

How You’ll Make An Impact

Provide evidence‑based vision care and patient management.

Adopt and master new equipment and technology, ensuring optimal patient outcomes.

Lead Optical Operations, staying current on changes in optical procedures, ideas and processes, and sharing this knowledge with associates and managers.

Ensure adherence to proper policies and procedures for advising on merchandise and filling prescriptions, aligning with company and regulatory standards.

Guide associates and managers on addressing customer and member concerns, merchandise defects, and new initiatives.

Effectively recruit doctors in partnership with Market Directors, ensuring quality patient care and facility standards.

Create a culture of patient care safety and accuracy, communicating clear expectations and holding others accountable for SOP compliance and quality goals.

Promote reporting and transparency of errors, write effective plans of action, and focus on root‑cause correction.

Act with integrity, uphold the highest standards of ethics and compliance, and support Walmart’s regenerative company goals.

Serve customers and members first, making decisions based on reliable information and balancing short‑ and long‑term priorities.

What You’ll Bring

Doctoral degree in Optometry (OD) from an accredited optometry school.

Licensed optometrist in good standing in the state of practice.

Experience with EMR/EHR systems.

Eagerness to embrace new equipment technology and advanced instrumentation.

Experience in treating and managing ocular disease.

Strong leadership and communication skills, able to guide associates and managers.

Knowledge of HIPAA compliance and standard operating procedures (SOP).

Commitment to fostering an inclusive and supportive workplace.

Minimum Qualifications

None specified.

Preferred Qualifications

None specified.

Primary Location

3800 DEWEY AVE, GREECE, NY 14616‑2529, United States of America

Compensation and Benefits

The annual salary range for this position is $135,000.00 – $200,000.00. Additional compensation includes annual or quarterly performance bonuses.

• Regional Pay Zone (RPZ) (based on location)
• Complex Structure (based on external factors that create challenges)

Walmart offers competitive pay and performance‑based bonus awards. Other benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage; 401(k); stock purchase and company‑paid life insurance; paid time off (PTO, sick leave, parental leave, etc.); short‑term and long‑term disability; company discounts. Education benefits are available through the Live Better U program. Eligibility requirements apply to some benefits and may depend on your job classification and length of employment.

EEO Statement

Walmart and its subsidiaries are committed to maintaining a drug‑free workplace and have a no‑tolerance policy regarding the use of illegal drugs and alcohol on the job. This policy applies to all employees and aims to create a safe and productive work environment.