Careers – Metro Eye

Metro Eye will be closed Saturday, April 19th for staff appreciation

Optometrist

Practice Type: Multispecialty, Multi-Doctor Optometry Practice

About Us

Metro Eye is a dynamic and multispecialty optometry practice located in the vibrant and bustling Historic Third Ward of Milwaukee, Wisconsin. We are equipped with state-of-the-art diagnostic and therapeutic equipment, committed to providing exceptional eye care services. Our services include comprehensive vision exams, medical eye exams, contact lens fitting, scleral contact lens fitting for the management of OSD, and myopia management. We specialize in the diagnosis and management of ocular diseases such as Glaucoma, Macular Degeneration, Plaquenil Toxicity, Diabetic Retinopathy, and Advance Dry Eye Disease.

In addition to our medical services, we offer a curated collection of independent eyewear in our beautiful eyewear gallery and optical. Our focus is on providing unique, high-quality eyewear options that cater to our patients’ diverse styles and needs.

Our Equipment Includes:

  • OCT
  • Anterior Segment OCT
  • Humphrey Visual Field
  • Topographer
  • Myopia Master
  • Wide Field Fundus Photography
  • Meibographer
  • VEP & ERG
  • Lipiflow
  • LLLT (Low-Level Light Therapy)
  • IPL (Intense Pulsed Light)

Position Overview

We are seeking a dynamic and driven Optometrist who enjoys practicing to the full scope of their Wisconsin License. The ideal candidate is outgoing, motivated, and eager to actively contribute to a growing practice. The candidate will perform comprehensive exams, promote eyewear sales, and have the desire to build a subspecialty within their practice, such as ocular disease management, dry eye and aesthetics, binocular vision and vision therapy, or pediatrics.

Support and Development

Our doctors are supported by certified optometric technicians and a scribe, as well as an expansive administrative team dedicated to business and professional development. Additionally, you will have the opportunity to work alongside other experienced Optometrists who will support and mentor you as you grow within the practice.

All Levels of Experience Welcome

We welcome applications from new graduates as well as those who have been in practice for several years. Residency-trained candidates are highly encouraged to apply.

Ownership Opportunity

We offer an exciting opportunity for ownership for those interested in taking their career to the next level. This is a unique chance to become a part of the decision-making process and shape the future of the practice.

What We Offer:

  • Compensation: Guaranteed salary for the first 2 years while building your patient base, transitioning to a percentage of collections as soon as your production-based pay surpasses your competitive base salary.  Your growth in income is only limited by your motivation!
  • Benefits: Extensive benefits including paid continuing education, WOA/AOA dues, STD/LTD/Life Insurance, option to be part of employee health and dental insurance group and more.

Ideal Candidate:

  • Holds a valid Wisconsin Optometry License
  • Enthusiastic about practicing to the full scope of their license
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Outgoing personality
  • Eager to promote eyewear sales
  • Interested in building a subspecialty within their practice

Why Join Us?

  • Opportunity to work in a cutting-edge practice with extensive diagnostic and therapeutic equipment
  • Located in the heart of Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward, an area known for its vibrant arts scene, upscale dining, and unique shops
  • Supportive environment to grow your subspecialty and practice
  • Competitive compensation with potential for significant income growth
  • Comprehensive benefits package
  • Access to a curated collection of independent eyewear in a beautiful eyewear gallery and optical

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit their resume and cover letter detailing their experience and interest in the position to [email protected]

Full-time Optician

Metro Eye, a privately-owned optometric practice and eyewear boutique in Milwaukee’s Historic Third Ward, is seeking an experienced Optician to join our team. We have provided Metro Milwaukee with state-of-the-art eye care and designer eyewear for the past 20 years.

Metro Eye’s state-of-the-art medical eye care facility is home to Milwaukee’s most dynamic designer eyewear boutique, offering the latest frame and lens technologies in the Historic Third Ward neighborhood. We are an office where a third of the staff averages 9+ years at Metro Eye, a third averages 3+ years and the rest is part of a growing office with the latest eye health technology and forward-thinking leadership! We are a small business with many of the benefits of a much larger company. Metro Eye is a group of hard working, friendly, knowledgeable individuals who enjoy providing exceptional care and customer service to our growing community.

Our approach to the eyewear buying experience is different than most. Our sales opticians are highly trained to fit and style customers all while educating them on ways to meet their visual needs and wants. The ideal candidate for this position will meet the following criteria:

  • Must have at least 1 year experience in the optical industry
  • Excellent customer service and communication skills
  • Well organized and thoroughgoing
  • Strong ability to multitask and prioritize
  • Exemplary computer skills
  • Detail oriented
  • Superior product knowledge and desire to continue learning
  • Able to maintain a polished appearance
  • Energetic, team player and motivated

We offer competitive compensation with excellent benefits including health insurance, dental insurance, simple IRA, life insurance, short term disability, long term disability, parking stipend and an Employee Assistance Program.

Our mission is to help Milwaukee Look Better and See Better all while providing the highest customer service. This is a full-time position working alongside a great team of opticians, doctors and technicians and front desk staff.

PLEASE SEND COVER LETTER AND RESUME TO: [email protected]