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EssilorLuxottica Group
Danbury, Connecticut · Remote OK

Sat/Sun Remote Care Optometrist - Connecticut - LensCrafters

OptometristIncludes weekendsPart-Time

Compensation

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Job Description

Requisition ID: 947297 Store #: 000228 LensCrafters Position: Casual Part-TimeTotal Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

LensCrafters is a place for visionaries. We’ve got a vision for pairing state-of-the-art technology with a truly personal approach to eye care. At LensCrafters, we want every person who enters our doors to feel our passion for care. And that's why we’re committed to taking care of you, so you can bring the best quality experience to our patients and customers.

LensCrafters 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

An Independent Doctor of Optometry affiliated with LensCrafters (Luxottica) seeks an Associate Optometrist. You will work within the practice of a LensCrafters Subleasing Optometrist as an employee or contracted doctor.

As a private Independent practice, Luxottica operates the optical dispensary while the Affiliated Doctor operates the Doctors office and provides high quality optometric care and service to patients. Working as an Associate Doctor of Optometry within the practice, the terms of agreement, practice model, pay and hours are all negotiated directly between you and the Subleasing doctor.

As an Associate of a Subleasing Doctor, Practice Benefits Include:

Professional Autonomy to Care for Patients

Full scope of practice predicated only on your professional discretion and agreement with the Subleasing Doctor (no company imposed restrictions or quotas to meet)

Flexible scheduling available including part-time commitments or the option to add work to an existing practice schedule

Work in a fully furnished office with a full suite of OD equipment; many utilize the latest advancement in digital eye examination technology called Clarifye

Most offices offer use of the Daytona Optomap Digital Retinal Imaging System and have full tech and pre-testing support

Automated on-line appointment book and patient recall system

Affiliation Advantages:

Luxottica is a leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear. The group’s wholesale distribution network covers more than 150 countries across 5 continents and is complemented by an extensive network of approximately 7,400 store locations. Since being founded in 1961, Luxottica has had over 50 years of innovation, growth and financial stability.

Your opportunity to work with a full scope Independent LensCrafters practice is waiting. Contact us to get started! 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

Provide high-quality optometric care and service to patients within a LensCrafters practice. Operate the doctor's office independently while utilizing provided state-of-the-art diagnostic technology.

Requirements

Must be an Independent Doctor of Optometry or an Associate Optometrist. Requires the ability to manage a private practice model within the LensCrafters framework.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient careClinical diagnostics

Work-Life Balance Analysis

WeekdayDoc's proprietary algorithm rates Sat/Sun Remote Care Optometrist - Connecticut - LensCrafters at EssilorLuxottica Group a 6.1 out of 10 for work-life balance — classified as good. This places the position in the Above average in Optometry — ranked against 1,999 active Optometry listings on WeekdayDoc. Contributing factors include remote work flexibility.

Optometry Career Context

Of the 50 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 76% have no call, 50% require no weekends — this position is remote.

Optometry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 4.4% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Optometry by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Work-life score6.1 / 10 · above average in optometryranked against 1,999 Optometry listingslisting-based score, 0–10
Listed paynot listedOptometry median $158k (middle half $149k–$171k)192 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Work settingremotepeers: 76% no call · 50% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings (all specialties): 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Optometry listings482 in the last 30 days476 the 30 days before (about the same)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Optometry pay trend+4.4% vs prior quarter—through Oct 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index (1,999 Optometry listings); as of Nov 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

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About EssilorLuxottica Group

Manufacturing
Paris
10,000+ employees

Benefits & Perks

Professional autonomy
Flexible scheduling
Fully furnished office
Digital eye examination technology
Daytona Optomap Digital Retinal Imaging System
Full tech and pre-testing support
Automated on-line appointment book
Patient recall system