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Independent Optometrist - Meriden, CT - Target Optical
About the Role
Independent optometrist opportunity with full professional autonomy. Flexible schedule. Meriden, CT.
Join EssilorLuxottica Group as a Independent Optometrist – Private Practice Opportunity in Meriden, Connecticut.
Benefits & Compensation
- Professional Autonomy
- Furnished Office
- On-line Appointment Book
Work Schedule
- Full-Time position.
- Flexible scheduling available.
Apply to join EssilorLuxottica Group as a Independent Optometrist – Private Practice Opportunity.
Key Responsibilities
The optometrist will operate an independent practice within a Target Optical location, providing high-quality eye care services to patients. They are responsible for managing their own professional fee schedule and delivering comprehensive optometric care.
Requirements
The candidate must be a licensed Doctor of Optometry capable of managing an independent practice. The role requires professional autonomy and the ability to provide clinical services in a retail-affiliated environment.
Qualifications
- Education
- Professional certificate or licensure
- Experience
- 2+ years of experience
Key Skills
Optometry Career Context
Of the 50 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 54% have no call, 66% require no weekends.
The cost-of-living index for Connecticut is 103.6 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 62.6% of Connecticut clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).
Position Insights
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