Associate Optometrist

Role overview

Patient care

• Provide care according to clinical protocols and accepted standards.
• Ensure accurate diagnoses and appropriate recommendations, and establish positive doctor-patient relationships.
• Address visual lifestyle needs, recommend eyewear, explain the exam, and help patients understand their vision and eye health.
• Encourage annual eye exams and ensure patients are scheduled for their next exam.

Team and practice

• Partner with store leadership and the team to deliver results and meet performance indicators.
• Use technology effectively, maintain office systems, and support a safe, well-presented office.
• Train and guide team members, provide constructive feedback, and foster a positive culture.

Basic qualifications

• Doctor of Optometry.
• Commitment to quality patient care and knowledge of current optometric theory and technology.
• Strong communication, listening, problem-solving, and organizational skills.
• Maintain state licensure in good standing, practice within its scope, and complete continuing education requirements.

Pay and benefits

• Pay is determined by factors including geography, experience, qualifications, skills, and local minimum-wage requirements.
• A competitive bonus or commission plan may be offered; benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off, and employee discounts.