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Philadelphia, Pennsylvania · Hybrid

FT Associate Optometrist - Hybrid Position - Philadelphia, PA - EyeBuyDirect

OptometristFull-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Requisition ID: 953804 Store #: 00S084 Eyebuydirect Position: Full-TimeTotal Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

At Eyebuydirect, we empower people everywhere to celebrate their individuality through quality, affordable eyewear made for every style, mood, and moment. Since 2006, we’ve redefined the online eyewear experience with thousands of frames, Virtual Try-On, convenient delivery options, and customer-first service designed to make shopping for glasses easy and inspiring.

A career with Eyebuydirect means joining a joyful, creative, and fast-growing brand that believes glasses aren’t just how you see the world-they’re how the world sees you.

Eyebuydirect 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! JOB DESCRIPTION

General Function

Eyebuydirect is seeking a passionate Associate Optometrist (OD) committed to delivering high-quality vision care in a collaborative environment. This role provides comprehensive optometric care, builds trusted patient relationships, and partners with the store team to create a seamless experience across eyecare and retail.

This is an exciting opportunity to join our new Eyebuydirect practice, help shape the patient experience from day one and consistently exceed patient expectations. The ideal candidate is patient-focused, comfortable with technology, highly collaborative, and motivated to support practice growth while maintaining the highest clinical standards.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

Provides comprehensive optometric care in accordance with clinical protocols and the brand’s standards of care.

Ensures accurate diagnoses and provides appropriate, patient-centered recommendations.

Builds trusted doctor-patient relationships by listening carefully, explaining each step of the exam, and addressing questions with empathy and clarity.

Assesses each patient's visual, lifestyle, and eyecare needs and provides relevant clinical and eyewear recommendations.

Uses available tools, visual aids, and technology to help patients understand their vision, eye health, and overall well-being.

Educates patients on the importance of regular eye exams and supports appropriate follow-up and future appointment scheduling.

Uses modern clinical technology, including tele-optometry capabilities where appropriate, to support patient access and care.

Partners closely with the store and eyecare teams to support efficient workflows, strong execution, and a smooth handoff across the patient journey.

Strives to exceed KPI expectations and drives practice performance through accountability for relevant clinical and operational goals.

  • Acts as an Eyebuydirect ambassador and helps build awareness of the practice within the local community.
  • Builds effective partnerships with local and organizational stakeholders.
  • Provides clinical guidance and training to team members using Company-provided programs and resources.

Offers clear, constructive feedback and supports a positive, collaborative culture that empowers team members to make decisions close to the patient. Identifies what motivates each individual & directs conversations & actions appropriately.

  • Ensures clinical systems, patient records, and office processes are maintained accurately and consistently.
  • Takes pride in the appearance and organization of the clinical space.
  • Maintains a safe environment for patients and team members and follows all Company policies and procedures.
  • Performs other duties based on business needs.

Basic Qualifications

  • Doctor of Optometry
  • Commitment to quality patient care
  • Knowledge of current Optometric theory & technology
  • Strong communicator & listener
  • Problem solving ability
  • Solid Organization skills

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 EmployeeRelations@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 will provide comprehensive vision care, perform accurate diagnoses, and offer patient-centered recommendations. They will also collaborate with the store team to ensure efficient workflows and maintain high clinical standards.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Optometry degree and demonstrate a commitment to quality patient care. Strong communication, organizational skills, and proficiency in current optometric theory and technology are required.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Technology proficiencyPatient educationClinical documentationTeam collaborationRelationship building

Optometry Career Context

In Pennsylvania, the Optometry weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$133k (36 salary observations; 284 listings), vs ~$152k nationally (667 salary observations; 5,058 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-11-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 50 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 78% have no call, 34% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Optometry by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Pennsylvania vs national$133k median in Pennsylvania$152k nationally (−13%)36 state / 667 national salary observations
Cost of livingPennsylvania index 97.6US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Optometry listings in Pennsylvania119 active2,056 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingremotepeers: 78% no call · 34% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedPennsylvania healthcare professional listings: 13% state a sign-on bonus · 2% offer loan repayment121 active listings, Nov 2026
New Optometry listings637 in the last 30 days408 the 30 days before (+56%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Optometry pay trend+3.8% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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Work-life snapshot

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Better work-life than 40% of Optometry listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 2,046 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

  • Hybrid
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