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Employed Optometrist- California, MD- Target Optical

OptometristFull-Time

Listed compensation

$59.75-$83.77/hr

The week · per this posting · weekdays assumed

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Posted 46m ago · Verified live

Job Description

  • Store #: 004057 Target Optical
  • Position: Full-Time
  • Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

At Target Optical, we love the neighborhoods we belong to and that’s why we care for them. By listening and building relationships with one another, we help our guests get quality eye care products and services at a great value. Together, we’re on a mission to change the way people think about vision care.

Target Optical 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

The Associate Optometrist (OD) ensures all patients receive the highest quality eye and vision care as well as their general health and well-being.

As a primary health care provider, you will use your extensive, ongoing training to examine, diagnose, treat and manage diseases, injuries and disorders of the visual system, eye and associated structures. The OD is a key leader within the organization and practice environment.

They will help deliver the brand promise, patient experience and key results through strong collaboration and teamwork within the practice. These behaviors will also support the overall positive results and growth of the practice.

Major Duties and Responsibilities

  • Provide high quality optometric care and services to your patients
  • Establish a positive Doctor/Patient relationship
  • Conduct all services in accordance with clinical protocols and accepted standards of care
  • Ensure all patients receive accurate diagnosis and appropriate recommendations

Utilize and effectively leverage all available technology to deliver unsurpassed patient and customer experiences

Work with the store/practice team and Target Optical Field Leadership to build and secure a safe and motivating work environment that encourages commitment, innovation, success and continued growth for the brand

  • Ensures the office quality systems are maintained
  • Maximizes relationships through leadership, participation and involvement
  • Provides clear, motivating and effective training and guidance to team members making use of Company provided programs
  • Strives to exceed expectations on all Key Performance Indicators (KPI) and performance expectations
  • Helps ensure the brand is known as the leading optical provider within the community

Basic Qualifications

  • Graduate of accredited School or College of Optometry
  • Licensed to practice Optometry in the State of practice location
  • DPA and TPA certified
  • Knowledge of current Optometric technology and practices
  • Strong communication skills – verbal & listening
  • Pay Range: 59.75 - 83.77

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 by examining, diagnosing, treating, and managing conditions affecting vision and the eye. Lead and collaborate with the practice team to maintain clinical quality, deliver a positive patient experience, and support the practice’s performance and growth.

Requirements

Applicants must graduate from an accredited school or college of optometry and hold a license to practice in the state where the role is located. DPA and TPA certification, knowledge of current optometric technology and practices, and strong verbal and listening communication skills are required.

Qualifications

Education
Professional certificate or licensure
Experience
5+ years of experience

Key Skills

Eye ExaminationsTreatment and Management of Eye DiseasesPatient CareDoctor-Patient RelationshipsQuality AssurancePerformance Management

Optometry Career Context

In Maryland, the Optometry weighted monthly median benchmark on WeekdayDoc is ~$148k (50 salary observations; 116 listings), vs ~$152k nationally (734 salary observations; 4,357 listings). Monthly aggregates cover 2026-02-01 through 2026-10-01; these are not the modal's selected comparable-job medians.

Of the 44 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 77% have no call, 45% require no weekends.

Optometry by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed pay$124k–$174kOptometry median $149k (middle half $149k–$149k)12 comparable listings, Oct 2026
Maryland vs national$148k median in Maryland$152k nationally (−3%)50 state / 734 national salary observations
Cost-of-living adjusted pay~$142k in purchasing powerMaryland index 105.0 (US = 100)BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Optometry listings in Maryland74 active1,967 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Oct 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 77% no call · 45% no weekends44 benchmarked listings
Optometry pay trend+1.0% vs prior quarter—through Sep 2026
Sources: WeekdayDoc live listing index, BEA Regional Price Parities (2024); as of Oct 2026. Same values as the Weekday Verdict and Market Insights on this page.

Top Optometrist Jobs

12 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

12 jobs · 11 employers
5
<$170k
2
$170k-190k
3
$190k-210k
2
$210k-230k

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

11 jobs
401k / retirement match
91% this job
Sign-on bonus
45%
CME allowance
36%
Relocation assistance
18%
Loan repayment
9%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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$159k-$222k
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Market Managing Optometrist- Westchester and Long Island, NY- LensCrafters brand

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$159k–$222k
#3

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#4

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Work-life snapshot

median 2.8this job 1.5
Better work-life than 20% of Optometry listings

Listing-based score, 0–10, across 1,963 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

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About Luxottica of America

Retail Apparel and Fashion
Cincinnati, Ohio
5,001-10,000 employees

Benefits & Perks

Health care
Retirement savings
Paid time off/vacation
Employee discounts
Bonus and/or commission plan

Living in California

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$380k
Typical market rent
$2,507/mo
Residents’ average commute
24 min
State income tax
Up to 5.8%
Sources & methodology

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

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