(USA) Optometrist - Sam's at Walmart

Lincoln, Nebraska, United States

Walmart Logo
Not SpecifiedCompensation
Mid-level (3 to 4 years)Experience Level
Full TimeJob Type
UnknownVisa
Healthcare, RetailIndustries

Requirements

  • Provides evidence-based vision care, including recommending/prescribing medications and treatments (e.g., red eye, LASIK, cataract surgery)
  • Delivers routine vision care and educates patients/store associates on eye health (e.g., contact lens care, disease management, safety)
  • Recommends patient follow-up, consults with health professionals, prepares care plans per optometry scope of practice and state board
  • Provides referrals to ophthalmologists/other professionals and follows up on diagnostics/tests
  • Evaluates patient health (e.g., visual acuity, function, eye health, keratometry, refraction) via medical history review and comprehensive eye exams
  • Examines eyes using observation, instruments, and pharmaceutical agents to assess acuity, perception, focus, coordination, and defects (e.g., injury, disease)
  • Prescribes, fits, adjusts eyeglasses, contact lenses, and vision aids
  • Orders, interprets, assesses diagnostic tests (e.g., glaucoma, macular degeneration, OCT)
  • Provides additional treatments (e.g., foreign body removal) and develops evidence-based treatment plans
  • Represents company in vision care with exceptional customer service
  • Maintains/updates patient info in systems (e.g., BOSS) timely, accurately, confidentially
  • Assists vision center staff (e.g., opticians) on best practices/procedures
  • Ensures adherence to state/local/federal regulations and Walmart vision center guidelines
  • Performs administrative/retail tasks (e.g., financial transactions, patient registration, retail sales)
  • Works with internal (e.g., pharmacist, clinics, management) and external stakeholders for coordinated patient care
  • Analyzes business objectives/customer needs, develops/implements strategies, analyzes costs/forecasts
  • Determines resource requirements, evaluates processes, measures outcomes, identifies improvements
  • Promotes customer environment, adaptability, continuous learning
  • Develops strategies to attract/maintain skilled workforce (e.g., recruiting, talent development, mentorship, succession planning)
  • Cultivates environment of integrity/ethics, integrates values, develops consequences for violations, supports Open Door Policy
  • Develops/leverages internal/external partnerships/networks for business goals

Responsibilities

  • Provide evidence-based vision care and treatments to patients
  • Perform comprehensive eye examinations and evaluations
  • Prescribe, fit, and adjust vision aids
  • Order and interpret diagnostic tests
  • Educate patients and associates on eye health
  • Consult, refer, and follow up on patient care
  • Deliver exceptional customer service and maintain patient records
  • Assist staff, ensure regulatory compliance, and perform admin/retail tasks
  • Coordinate with stakeholders for integrated care
  • Analyze business needs, develop/implement strategies and plans
  • Manage resources, processes, and outcomes for improvements
  • Recruit, develop, and retain workforce
  • Promote ethics, integrity, and partnerships

Skills

Optometry
Vision Care
Eye Examinations
Refraction
Keratometry
Contact Lens Fitting
Eyeglass Prescription
Glaucoma Testing
OCT
LASIK Consultation
Cataract Surgery Referral
Patient Education

Walmart

Global retail chain offering affordable products

About Walmart

Walmart operates a chain of hypermarkets, discount department stores, and grocery stores, providing a wide variety of products at low prices to everyday consumers, families, and communities. The company combines physical retail locations with an e-commerce platform, allowing customers to shop for groceries, apparel, electronics, and household items both in-store and online. Walmart's efficient supply chain management and large-scale purchasing enable it to maintain affordability, setting it apart from competitors. The company also offers financial services and health and wellness services, including pharmacies and vision centers. Walmart's goal is to save people money and support communities, as demonstrated by its efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic and its commitment to social responsibility, including programs for veterans and military families.

Bentonville, ArkansasHeadquarters
1962Year Founded
$5,515MTotal Funding
IPOCompany Stage
Financial Services, Consumer GoodsIndustries
10,001+Employees

Benefits

PTO: Paid vacation, sick time, personal time and holiday time
10% discount on regularly priced general merchandise and fresh fruits and vegetables
6% 401(k) match to all employees, including hourly workers, after one year
Roth IRA available
Associate Stock Purchase Plan
maximum and eligible preventive care covered at 100%
Health reimbursement plans

Risks

Rising U.S. labor costs could pressure profit margins.
Amazon's grocery delivery expansion threatens Walmart's market share.
Fintech investments expose Walmart to financial regulatory risks.

Differentiation

Walmart's omnichannel strategy integrates physical and online retail seamlessly.
The company offers a wide range of products at consistently low prices.
Walmart's commitment to community support enhances its brand reputation.

Upsides

Walmart's investment in fintech expands its financial services offerings.
Robotics integration in distribution centers boosts operational efficiency.
Culturally themed product lines attract diverse customer segments.

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