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(USA) Optometrist Pre-Grad Intern - Walmart

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Walmart

Jan 12

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  • Internship
    Full-time
    Off-cycle Internship
  • Customer Relations
    Healthcare
  • Philadelphia

Requirements

  • Minimum Qualifications: Enrolled in an accredited Optometry school.

Responsibilities

  • Supports Optical care and services to Customers by obtaining measurements, verifying, determining, and dispensing prescriptions; counseling, consulting with, and educating Customers; assisting with eyewear selection; and maintaining confidential information. Provides optical clinical care by diagnosing Customers to manage treatment of visual problems and ocular disease; providing effective patient education and counseling; and communicating with key stakeholders (for example, Optometrist, Clinic Staff) to increase understanding of optometric standards under the guidance of Associate Doctor of Optometry. Maintains the Optical area in accordance with Company policies and procedures by properly handling claims and returns, damages, ensuring optical operations are aligned with Company and regulatory standards (for example, HIPAA); and ensuring a safe work environment. Maintains merchandise presentation in the Optical area by stocking and rotating merchandise, removing damaged zoning the area, arranging and organizing merchandise/supplies, identifying shrink and or out-of-date goods, setting up, cleaning, and organizing product displays, signing and pricing merchandise appropriately, and securing fragile and high-shrink merchandise. Receives and stocks merchandise/supplies from distribution centers and suppliers and organizes and maintains the Optical Area by following Company procedures, utilizing equipment appropriately, merchandising, and completing and retaining required paperwork, logs, and other documentation. Sells Optical products and services by assisting Customers with purchasing decisions, measuring, adjusting, and repairing frames and lenses, completing eyewear/contact lens orders, identifying and verifying prescription information, completing and maintaining paperwork, forms, and other required documentation, collecting payments for doctor services, and performing and recording results of optometric pre-tests.

FAQs

What qualifications are required for the Optometrist Pre-Grad Intern position?

The minimum qualification required is that candidates must be enrolled in an accredited Optometry school.

What are the primary responsibilities of this role?

The primary responsibilities include providing optical clinical care, obtaining measurements, dispensing prescriptions, assisting with eyewear selection, and maintaining the optical area in accordance with company policies.

Is experience required for this position?

No prior experience is listed as a minimum qualification, but being enrolled in an accredited Optometry school is required.

What kinds of benefits does Walmart offer for this position?

Benefits include medical, vision, and dental coverage, 401(k), stock purchase options, paid time off (PTO), and education benefits under the Live Better U program, among others.

What is the pay range for the Optometrist Pre-Grad Intern role?

The hourly wage range for this position is between $15.00 and $32.00, with additional performance-based bonuses possible.

Are there any leadership expectations?

Yes, leadership expectations include respect for individuals, acting with integrity, providing service to customers, and striving for excellence.

Can the PTO be used for purposes other than vacation?

Yes, PTO can be used for vacation, sick leave, holidays, or other purposes.

What is the work location for this position?

The primary location for this position is 9745 Roosevelt Blvd Ste A, Philadelphia, PA 19114-1010, United States of America.

Does Walmart provide educational benefits for this position?

Yes, Walmart offers a benefit program called Live Better U, which covers tuition, books, and fees for associates pursuing education from high school completion to bachelor's degrees.

What type of customer service is expected from this role?

The role expects associates to deliver results while putting the customer first and making decisions based on reliable information, balancing short and long-term priorities.

https://www.walmart.com/

Retail & Consumer Goods
Industry
10,001+
Employees
1962
Founded Year

Mission & Purpose

Sixty years ago, Sam Walton started a single mom-and-pop shop and transformed it into the world’s biggest retailer. Since those founding days, one thing has remained consistent: our commitment to helping our customers save money so they can live better. Today, we’re reinventing the shopping experience and our associates are at the heart of it. When you join our Walmart family of brands (Sam's Club, Bonobos, Moosejaw and many more!), you’ll play a crucial role in shaping the future of retail, improving millions of lives around the world. We are ecstatic to have been named a Great Place to Work® Certified May 2023 – May 2024, Disability: IN 2023 Best Places to Work, and Fast Company 100 Best Workplaces for Innovators 2023. This is that place where your passions meet purpose. Join our family and build a career you’re proud of.

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