What are the responsibilities and job description for the Independent Optometrist position at Costco Optical - U.S.?
Costco, Independent Optometrist Leasing Opportunity - Mobile, AL
Rare opportunity for a Costco lease at a busy established location with high foot traffic!
State of the art equipment including Optos Retinal Imaging, digital refraction lane, and options for OCT. Start your new practice in a successful Costco with built in retail traffic. Turn-key operation with minimal upfront costs! Costco handles all furnishings and maintenance of equipment and utilities.
These leases would suit entrepreneurial ODs that want to build thriving eye care businesses while practicing to the highest level of clinical care. You have autonomy to operate and grow your practice in a supportive environment: practice full scope optometry including medical optometry, hire associate doctors, add supplemental tele-optometry services, etc.
Optometrist Job Duties & Responsibilities
You'll use your clinical and interpersonal skills to provide high-quality eye care to our patients. The ideal OD candidate is committed to delivering quality patient care, and is eager to learn and develop their clinical skillset. Your regular duties will include:
- Perform comprehensive eye exams
- Diagnose and assist in the treatment of ocular disease
- Prescribe corrective lenses
- Provide pre- and post-operative care to surgical patients
- Promote healthy vision by counseling and educating patients
- Maintain detailed patient records regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and progress
- Handle eyecare emergencies
Optometrist Job Requirements & Qualifications
- Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree
- Valid state license to practice optometry
- Ability to communicate with a wide range of patient personalities
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- A strong sense of workplace professionalism and personal ethics
- Patient-service orientation with excellent interpersonal skills