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EssilorLuxottica Group
Huntington, Indiana

Optometrist-Huntington, IN-Pearle Vision

OptometristPart-Time

Compensation

Pay not listed

The week · per this posting

Schedule not stated in this posting — no days, weekends, call or nights given.

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Posted 1mo ago

Job Description

Requisition ID: 944852 Store #: 001433 Pearle Vision Position: Part-Time Total Rewards: Benefits/Incentive Information

At every neighborhood Pearle Vision we believe nothing should keep patients from getting the eye care they need. We are experts who know that every appointment begins and ends with trust. It’s how we stay true to Dr. Pearle’s vision of genuine eye care.

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! JOB DESCRIPTION

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

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 is responsible for delivering high-quality eye care, diagnosing patients, and providing appropriate treatment recommendations. They also lead store operations, coach staff on clinical protocols, and collaborate with the Store Manager to ensure store profitability and service excellence.

Requirements

Candidates must hold a Doctor of Optometry degree and possess strong knowledge of current optometric technology and practices. Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills are required to manage staff and maintain clinical standards.

Qualifications

Experience
2+ years of experience

Key Skills

Patient careStaff trainingInventory managementPerformance managementRecruitment

Optometry Career Context

Of the 50 active Optometry listings this role was benchmarked against, 2% are remote, 72% have no call, 38% require no weekends.

Optometry pay on WeekdayDoc is up 3.1% vs. the prior quarter (through Oct 2026).

Optometry by the numbers
MeasureThis jobMarket
Listed paynot listedOptometry median $158k (middle half $150k–$170k)225 comparable listings, Nov 2026
Cost of livingIndiana index 93.3US average = 100BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)
Optometry listings in Indiana30 active2,006 nationallylive on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Work settingon-sitepeers: 2% remote · 72% no call · 38% no weekends50 benchmarked listings
Sign-on & loan repaymentnot statedUS healthcare professional listings: 32% state a sign-on bonus (median $20k) · 8% offer loan repayment1,000 active listings, Nov 2026
New Optometry listings598 in the last 30 days472 the 30 days before (+27%)U.S., first seen on WeekdayDoc, Nov 2026
Optometry pay trend+3.1% 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.

Top Optometrist Jobs

19 matches · ranked by pay

Salary Distribution

16 jobs · 12 employers
5
<$155k
4
$155k-170k
4
$170k-185k
1
$196k
2
$200k+

Annual compensation range

Benefits & Perks

15 jobs · 12 employers
401k / retirement match
100% this job
CME allowance
60%
Sign-on bonus
47%
Loan repayment
20%
Relocation assistance
7%

Share of similar jobs offering each benefit

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#3

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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 2,008 comparable listings. Shaded area = the share scoring below this one.

Living in Huntington

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$200k
Typical market rent
$725/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
State income tax
Up to 3.1%
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.