Managing Optometrist ( Omaha, NE) Target Optical
About The Position
The Managing Optometrist is a clinical lead responsible for driving excellence in patient care, across a defined market. This role blends direct patient care with leadership responsibilities, spending approximately 70% of time in the exam lane and the remaining time coaching, managing schedules and supporting a team of optometrists. Target Optical is part of EssilorLuxottica, a global leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of world-class vision care products, including iconic eyewear, advanced lens technology and cutting-edge digital solutions. Join our global community of over 200,000 dedicated employees around the world in driving the transformation of the eyewear and eyecare industry.
Requirements
- Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree and active state licensure
- Strong leadership, communication, and coaching skills
- Proven ability to drive performance through KPI management and behavior-based coaching
- Passion for patient care, team development, and operational excellence
Nice To Haves
- Experience in multi-location or regional leadership preferred
Responsibilities
- Provide comprehensive eye exams and deliver high-quality patient care
- Model best-in-class patient experience, education, and handoff practices
- Lead by example in clinical excellence and ethical standards
- Coach and support optometrists across the assigned market
- Conduct monthly one-on-one calls with each doctor to review performance, patient care, and business needs
- Review doctor score card regularly and coach to behaviors that drive exam growth, conversion, and patient retention
- Ensure alignment with company standards for patient experience and clinical quality
- Support optometrist hiring process within market
- Lead onboarding for new doctors, ensuring a smooth transition into practice, culture, and expectations
- Provide ongoing mentorship and development for newly hired and tenured doctors
- Maintain and oversee doctor schedules across the region
- Approve PTO requests with a minimum of 30 days’ notice while ensuring appropriate coverage
- Monitor and ensure doctors are adhering to their scheduled hours and commitments
- Conduct regular reviews to ensure clinical accuracy, documentation standards, and compliance
- Identify opportunities for improvement and provide actionable feedback
- Ensure adherence to all regulatory and company guidelines
Benefits
- health care
- retirement savings
- paid time off/vacation
- various employee discounts
- competitive bonus and/or commission plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
