Employed Optometrist- Annapolis, MD- LensCrafters at the Annapolis Mall

EssilorLuxottica Group • Annapolis, MD

1d • $60 - $84 • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Optometrist is a leader in the organization who delivers the brand promise, patient experience, and key organizational results through collaboration and teamwork. The role ensures that patients receive high-quality optometric care by following clinical protocols while supporting practice growth in partnership with store leadership and the team. The Associate Optometrist also supports the organization and market with medical practice, referral care, and pre- and post-operative surgical support where applicable.

The position combines clinical care with leadership and service responsibilities. It includes assessing patients’ visual lifestyle needs, making medical and surgical recommendations where applicable, establishing positive doctor-patient relationships, and using available technology to provide a strong patient experience. The optometrist maintains state licensure in good standing, practices within the scope of that license, and meets continuing education requirements. The role also trains and guides team members, provides timely constructive feedback, fosters a positive culture, and helps maintain a safe and welcoming office.

This is a full-time position at LensCrafters in the Annapolis Mall in Annapolis, Maryland. The stated pay range is $59.75–$83.77; the posting does not specify the pay period or currency. A competitive bonus and/or commission plan may also be offered. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and employee discounts.

Requirements

• Doctor of Optometry degree.
• Commitment to quality patient care.
• Knowledge of medical optometry, including billing and coding.
• Knowledge of surgical care and practices pertaining to optometry.
• Knowledge of current optometric theory and technology.
• Strong communication and listening skills.
• Problem-solving ability.
• Solid organizational skills.
• Maintain state licensure in good standing and meet continuing education requirements.

Nice To Haves

• Residency training.
• Medical care experience.
• Knowledge of surgical care and practices pertaining to optometry.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality optometric care by following clinical protocols and standards of care.
• Partner with the MOD and store team to achieve executional excellence and organizational results.
• Manage and remain accountable for key performance indicators (KPIs).
• Help establish LensCrafters as a medical eyecare provider in the community and collaborate with organizational and local-market leaders.
• Provide excellent patient service and address patients’ visual lifestyle needs, including medical and surgical recommendations where applicable.
• Ensure staff make eyewear recommendations based on patient needs, explain each step of the eye exam, listen carefully, and use tools and visual aids to explain vision and eye health.
• Communicate the importance of annual eye exams and ensure patients are scheduled for their next exam in TAB.
• Provide accurate diagnoses and appropriate recommendations, and establish positive doctor-patient relationships.
• Use available technology effectively to deliver patient and customer experiences.
• Maintain state licensure in good standing, practice within the scope of the license, and complete continuing education requirements.
• Train and guide team members using company-provided programs, and provide timely, clear, motivating, and constructive feedback.
• Foster a positive culture, encourage decision-making close to the patient, and strengthen partnerships through leadership and participation.
• Maintain the appearance of the office and a safe working environment for associates and patients.
• Lead by example.

Benefits

• Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off/vacation, and employee discounts.
• A competitive bonus and/or commission plan may be offered.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree