Optometrist-Cedar Rapids, IA-LensCrafters

EssilorLuxottica Group•Cedar Rapids, IA

10d

About The Position

The Associate Optometrist is a leader at LensCrafters, responsible for delivering the brand promise and organizational results through collaboration and teamwork. The role provides high-quality optometric care by following clinical protocols, ensuring accurate diagnoses and appropriate recommendations, and building positive doctor-patient relationships. The Associate Optometrist partners with store leadership and the team to support practice growth, achieve key performance indicators, and provide excellent patient service. The position also includes training and guiding team members, maintaining office systems and a safe, well-presented environment, and maintaining state licensure and continuing education requirements.

Requirements

Doctor of Optometry.
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 successful results.
Manage key performance indicators with accountability and strive to exceed expectations.
Build the Brand’s reputation as a leading optical provider in the local community and work effectively with organizational and local-market leaders.
Prioritize patients and customers by providing excellent service and addressing their visual lifestyle needs.
Recommend eyewear based on patient and customer needs.
Explain each step of the eye exam, listen carefully, and use available 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 for their next exam in TAB.
Conduct services according to protocol and accepted standards of care, ensuring accurate diagnoses and appropriate recommendations.
Establish positive doctor-patient relationships and use technology effectively to deliver excellent patient experiences.
Maintain office systems and take pride in the appearance of the office.
Maintain state licensure in good standing, practice to the full scope of the license, and meet continuing education requirements.
Train and guide team members using company-provided programs; deliver clear, motivating, and constructive feedback in a timely manner.
Promote a positive culture, understand what motivates individuals, and encourage associate decision-making closest to the patient.
Strengthen partnerships through leadership, participation, and involvement.
Maintain a safe working environment for associates and patients, and lead by example.