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FSA2061 Associate Optometrist - Tuscaloosa, AL - Target Optical

OptometristFull-Time

Compensation

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Full-Time
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Weekends
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Posted 51m ago · Verified live

Job Description

  • Requisition ID: 946930
  • Store #: 002061 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

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 providing high-quality eye care, including examining, diagnosing, and treating visual system disorders. They also lead the practice team to ensure excellent patient experiences and meet key performance indicators.

Requirements

Candidates must be graduates of an accredited School or College of Optometry and hold a valid license to practice in the state. Additionally, they must be DPA and TPA certified with knowledge of current optometric technology.

Key Skills

Patient careTreatmentDPA certified

Optometry Career Context

Of the 50 active Optometrist listings this role was benchmarked against, 4% are remote, 70% have no call, 60% require no weekends.

The cost-of-living index for Alabama is 88.8 (US average = 100; BEA Regional Price Parities (2024)). 60.3% of Alabama clinicians report burnout symptoms in WeekdayDoc's Burnout Index (2026-01 data).

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Work-life snapshot

1.5/ 10
Listing-based score

Living in Tuscaloosa

Typical 3-bedroom home value
$241k
Typical market rent
$1,448/mo
Residents’ average commute
20 min
Metro price indexU.S. average = 100
87.7
State income tax
Up to 5%
Sources & methodology

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

BEA 2024 · Tuscaloosa, AL metro prices. Housing figures are city-level.

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

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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/Commission Plan