SA2030 Associate Optometrist - Baton Rouge, LA - Target Optical

EssilorLuxottica Group • St. George, LA

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Associate Optometrist is a leader who helps deliver the Target Optical brand promise and organizational results through collaboration and teamwork. The role provides high-quality optometric care, follows clinical protocols and accepted standards of care, and supports practice growth in partnership with the store’s leaders and team. The Associate Optometrist serves as an ambassador for the brand and is expected to demonstrate high standards, accountability, and a commitment to excellent patient service.

The position establishes positive doctor-patient relationships, provides accurate diagnoses and appropriate recommendations, and uses available technology and visual aids to help patients understand their vision and eye health. It also supports team performance through training, guidance, feedback, and leadership, while maintaining office systems, a safe work environment, and the appearance of the office. The posting is for an existing vacancy. Compensation is determined by factors including geography, experience, qualifications, skills, and local minimum-wage requirements; a competitive bonus and/or commission plan may also be offered. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings, paid time off or vacation, and employee discounts.

Requirements

• Doctor of Optometry degree.
• Commitment to quality patient care.
• 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.

Responsibilities

• Partner with the MOD and store team to ensure executional excellence and strong results.
• Manage key performance indicators and maintain accountability for results.
• Help establish the brand as a leading optical provider in the community and collaborate with organizational and local-market leaders.
• Provide excellent patient and customer service, placing patients and customers first and striving to exceed KPI expectations.
• Address patients’ visual lifestyle needs and make eyewear recommendations based on those needs.
• Explain each step of the eye exam, listen carefully, and use tools and visual aids to help patients understand their vision, eye health, and overall well-being.
• Communicate the importance of annual eye exams and ensure patients are scheduled in TAB for their next exam.
• Conduct services in accordance with protocols and accepted standards of care; provide accurate diagnoses and appropriate recommendations.
• Establish positive doctor-patient relationships and use technology effectively to deliver a strong patient experience.
• Maintain office systems, state licensure in good standing, and continuing education requirements; practice to the full scope of the license.
• Train and guide team members using company-provided programs, and provide clear, motivating, constructive feedback in a timely manner.
• Create a positive culture, identify individual motivations, and encourage associate decision-making close to the patient.
• Build partnerships through leadership, participation, and involvement; lead by example.
• Maintain the appearance of the office and a safe working environment for associates and patients.

Benefits

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

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree