Associate Optometrist

Fill-In or FT Associate Optometrist - Pearle Vision - Waterford, CTAt every neighborhood Pearle Vision we believe nothing should keep patients from getting the eye care they need. We are experts who know that every appointment begins and ends with trust. It's how we stay true to Dr. Pearle's vision of genuine eye care. Pearle Vision 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.JOB DESCRIPTION GENERAL FUNCTION: A Pearle Vision Licensed Operator owner (Franchisee) seeks an Optometrist to provide high quality optometric patient care and professional services at their location. When working as an Optometrist at a Pearle Vision Licensed Operator location, the terms of agreement, practice model (Employed or Independent), pay structure, benefits and hours are all negotiated directly between you and the Licensed Operator. Pearle Vision Licensed owners are independent business owners who enjoy an association with Luxottica Retail North America, which is the parent company for Pearle Vision as well as LensCrafters, Sears Optical, Target Optical and Sunglass Hut. Pearle Vision has been in the Franchise business since 1981 and is one of the largest Eye Care Franchise Retailers in North America with more than 600 total Eye Care Centers in North America. This position is not an offer to buy or become an owner of a Pearle Vision Franchise. This position is to work as an Employed or Independent Optometrist at a current Pearle Vision Franchise location and provide patient care at the location.MAJOR DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: Provide high quality optometric care and services to your patients Establish a positive Doctor/Patient relationship Conduct all services in accordance with clinical protocols and accepted standards of care Ensure all patients received accurate diagnosis and appropriate recommendations Create exceptional value in the lives of patients by providing excellent Patient/Customer service through the delivery execution of the Pearle Vision neighborhood eye care experience Work with the License Operators store team and Pearle Vision brand field leadership to build and secure a safe and motivating work environment that encourages commitment, innovation, success and continued growth for the brand Ensures the office quality systems are maintained Helps ensure Pearle Vision is known as a leading optical provider within the communityBASIC QUALIFICATIONS: Graduate of accredited school of optometry Licensed to practice Optometry in the state of practice location DPA and TPA certified Knowledge of current Optometric technology and practices