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EssilorLuxottica Group
Derwood, Maryland

PT Employed Optometrist- Derwood, MD- Pearle Vision

OptometristPart-Time

Listed compensation

$62/hour

Listing transparency2 of 6 stated

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Employment & setting
Part-Time
Call expectations
Not specified
Weekends
Not specified
Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Requisition ID: 933810 
Store #: 00P966 Pearle Vision 
Position: Part-Time
Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information
[https://careers.essilorluxottica.com/content/Benefits-and-Perks/?locale=en_US]

At every neighborhood Pearle Vision we believe nothing should keep patients from
getting the eye care they need. Consider working for a Pearle Vision right in
your community. We look for employees who are creative, energetic, and people
focused looking for exciting opportunities in eye care or retail.

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. Discover more
by following us on LinkedIn!
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General Function

The Associate Optometrist is responsible for creating exceptional value in the
lives of our patients by delivering and leading the execution of NECE.  Partners
with the Store Manager and Field Leadership Team to build and secure a safe and
motivating work environment that encourages commitment, innovation, success, and
continued growth for the organization

Major Duties & Responsibilities

* Conveys a 100% commitment to providing excellent Patient/Customer Service
through delivering and leading the execution of NECE.
* Assists with greeting patients and answering phones when needed.
* Conducts all service in accordance with Clinical Protocols and accepted
standards of care.
* Ensures all patients receive accurate diagnosis and appropriate
recommendations.
* Establishes a positive Doctor/Patient relationship.
* Coaches Associate Doctors on clinical protocols (Audits charts as
appropriate).
* Communicates effectively with all store associates to ensure a seamless

eyecare experience and beneficial patient outcome by

* Uncovering patients’ multiple needs and prescribing products and services to
meet those needs
* Effective transitioning of patients to a sales associate with dialogue
regarding the patient’s needs and prescribed products and services

* Focuses on developing the most qualified Associate Doctors and store
associates by ensuring training in the following areas:

* Orientation
* Front desk procedures
* Pre-testing
* Telephone skills
* Contact Lens Training
* Clinical Protocols
* Pearle Certified Eyecare
* Company safety, Diversity, HIPPA, and Loss Prevention
* Leadership and Management

* Encourages associate decision making at the level closest to the patient.
* Delivers clear, motivating, and constructive feedback to Associate Doctors
and associates in a timely manner.
* Confronts problem performers directly without delay in conjunction with Store
Manager; initiates appropriate disciplinary action when necessary and follows
up to monitor progress.
* Partners with Store Manager to complete annual performance reviews for
Associate Doctors.
* Provides feedback to the Store Manager for store associates’ reviews.
* Collaborates with Store Manager to achieve total store success.
* Strives to achieve “Far Exceeds Expectations” on all targets set for the

following areas

* Secret shops
* Sales plan % to goal
* Exam growth
* Store profitability
* Ancillary Services/ Adherence to Clinical Protocols
* Key Performance Indicators

* Recruits and selects high caliber staff in conjunction with Store Manager.
* Collaborates with Store Manager to forecast staffing needs accurately based
on business trends.
* Adheres to approved staffing and scheduling guidelines.
* Supervises and validates receipt of CL diagnostics and physical inventory.
* Ensures Managed Vision Care claims are processed timely and accurately.
* Takes ownership for ensuring that the doctor’s office supplies and company
approved forms are ordered in a timely manner.
* Takes pride in the appearance of the office and store and ensures visual
displays are in accordance with company provided guidelines.

Basic Qualifications

* Doctor of Optometry
* Required knowledge of current Optometric technology and practices
* Developed communication skills, both verbal and written
* Organization and time management skills

Pay Range: 62.47  - 87.58 

This posting is for an existing vacancy within our business. Employee pay is
determined by multiple factors, including geography, experience, qualifications,
skills and local minimum wage requirements. In addition, you may also be offered
a competitive bonus and/or commission plan, which complements a first-class
total rewards package. Benefits may include health care, retirement savings,
paid time off/vacation, and various employee discounts.

EssilorLuxottica complies with all applicable laws related to the application
and hiring process. If you would like to provide feedback regarding an active
job posting, or if you are an individual with a disability who would like to
request a reasonable accommodation, please call the EssilorLuxottica SpeakUp
Hotline at 844-303-0229 (be sure to provide your name, job id number, and
contact information so that we may follow up in a timely manner) or email
HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com [HRCompliance@luxotticaretail.com].

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.  All qualified applicants will receive
consideration for employment without regard to race, color, gender, national
origin, social origin, social condition, being perceived as a victim of domestic
violence, sexual aggression or stalking, religion, age, disability, sexual
orientation, gender identity or expression, citizenship, ancestry, veteran or
military status, marital status, pregnancy (including unlawful discrimination on
the basis of a legally protected pregnancy or maternity leave), genetic
information or any other characteristics protected by law. Native Americans in
the US receive preference in accordance with Tribal Law.

Key Responsibilities

The Associate Optometrist provides comprehensive eye care and accurate diagnoses while leading the execution of clinical protocols. They partner with store management to train staff, manage office operations, and ensure a seamless patient experience.

Requirements

A Doctor of Optometry degree is required for this position. Candidates must possess strong communication skills and knowledge of current optometric technology and practices.

Qualifications

Education
Doctoral or professional degree (postgraduate degree)
Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient CareStaff TrainingPerformance ManagementInventory ManagementHIPAA Compliance

Optometry Career Context

In Maryland, the Optometry weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$150k (19 salary observations; 62 listings), vs ~$151k nationally (309 salary observations; 1,973 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-09-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 40 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 10% are remote, 63% have no call, 63% require no weekends.

Optometry pay on WeekdayDoc is down 5.2% vs. the prior quarter (through Aug 2026).

The cost-of-living index for Maryland is 105.0 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.9% of Maryland clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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401k / retirement match
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CME allowance
59%
Sign-on bonus
41%
Relocation assistance
13%
Loan repayment
6%

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Derwood

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$462k
Typical market rent
$2,929/mo
Residents’ average commute
34 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
108.9
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

Sources: Zillow home values (Aug 2026), Zillow market rents (Aug 2026), U.S. Census ACS 2024 five-year.

BEA 2024 · Washington-Arlington-Alexandria, DC-VA-MD-WV metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

City-level figures. Not a cost-of-living guarantee.