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Optometrist

Optometrist

Course AdvisorWashington, DC, United States
$57,480.00–$188,160.00 yearly
Diagnose, manage, and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system.Examine eyes and visual system, diagnose problems or impairments, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide tre...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Optometrist

Optometrist

Alakaina Foundation Family of CompaniesBethesda, Maryland, US
DESCRIPTION OF RESPONSIBILITIES : .Support the DHA VCE educational mission by providing lectures at optometry courses.Assist in data collection, collation, and analysis, development of optical proced...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Optometrist

Optometrist

Eye To Eye CareersArlington, Virginia, United States
$170,000.00 yearly
Full-time
Quick Apply
Optometrist - Make $170k Year 1 + Great Benefits! 4-day Work Week!!.Join a well-established private practice seeking a full-time Optometrist to provide exceptional patient care across two offices i...Show moreLast updated: 19 days ago
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Optometrist - Arlington, Virginia

Optometrist - Arlington, Virginia

Eyetastic ServicesArlington, VA, US
$170,000.00 yearly
Full-time
About the job Optometrist - Arlington, Virginia.Are you an enthusiastic optometrist looking to join a dynamic and supportive private group practice? We have an exciting opportunity that offers a bl...Show moreLast updated: 3 days ago
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Optometrist (OD) - Part Time

Optometrist (OD) - Part Time

MyEyeDr.Silver Spring, MD, US
$130,000.00–$170,000.00 yearly
Full-time +1
Optometrist (OD) to join our team!.We are looking for a Doctor of Optometry with a passion for delivering patient-centered care that wants to make a measurable difference in their patient's vision ...Show moreLast updated: 10 days ago
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Independent Optometrist - Walmart

Independent Optometrist - Walmart

WalmartWashington, DC, United States
Launch your services in Walmart stores!.As an Independent Optometrist leasing space inside our Walmart stores, you will take a leading role in patient care with respect to eye and vision care as we...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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OPTOMETRIST - UNION STATION

OPTOMETRIST - UNION STATION

Warby ParkerDC, United States
$133,000.00–$164,000.00 yearly
Full-time
Warby Parker is looking for a high-energy, innovative, and caring Optometrist with a passion for delivering remarkable vision care in a collaborative environment. Our ideal candidate is a team playe...Show moreLast updated: 2 days ago
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Optometrist - Fill-In

Optometrist - Fill-In

SEE EyewearWashington, DC, US
Full-time
SEE Eyewear is dedicated to uncovering hidden gems-and not just within our product assortment.We believe recruiting top talent and cultivating a unique, sophisticated, and diverse group of experts ...Show moreLast updated: 13 days ago
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Optometrist - Part-Time

Optometrist - Part-Time

Prevention of Blindness SocietyWashington, DC, US
Part-time
Optometrist for Children’s Exams Part-time.Research shows that 60% of children who fail their school-based vision screening do not get follow-up eye exams. You can help them! The Prevention...Show moreLast updated: 24 days ago
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Optometrist opportunity – Specsavers Warwick, WA

Optometrist opportunity – Specsavers Warwick, WA

Soos Creek IncWashington, DC, United States
Optometrist opportunity – Specsavers Warwick, WA.Specsavers W a rwick have undertaken an exciting expansion and are on the lookout for a customer focused optometrist to join their supportive ...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Optometrist

Optometrist

National VisionTakoma Park, MD, United States
Part-time
Primary care is more than prescribing contacts and eyeglasses.Our optometrists report seeing a high amount of anterior and posterior segment pathology in their practices. They manage ocular disease ...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
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Optometrist

Optometrist

DOCS HealthWashington, DC, US
Full-time
Attention all Optometrists we are calling on you to work with us providing refractions and eyeglass fittings and treatment to our Military Service members. We will primarily work weekends, with some...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Joint Venture Optometrist

Joint Venture Optometrist

BC Doctors of OptometryWashington, DC, United States
$220,000.00 yearly
Find practice opportunities for optometrists, opticians, optometric staff and students.Focal Point Optometry + Valley Vision Optometry. Focal Point Optometry and Valley Vision Optometry are teaming ...Show moreLast updated: 11 days ago
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Optometrist - Great Practice Environment

Optometrist - Great Practice Environment

The National Coalition of Healthcare RecruitersWashington, DC, United States
Only QUALIFIED Healthcare Professionals accepted).Optometry - Optometrist - Great Practice Environment.Successful, stable, respected optometry group. Family practice environment with mostly pediatri...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Optometrist

Optometrist

Visionworks of America, Inc.Washington, DC, United States
Store 1404, Seattle, Washington, United States of America.Posted Monday, November 25, 2024 at 5 : 00 AM.Monday Optometrist – North Gate, WA. Blue Wave Eye Doctors / Visionworks Doctors of Optometry.We...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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OPTOMETRIST MEDICAL GROUP, CAPITOL HILL

OPTOMETRIST MEDICAL GROUP, CAPITOL HILL

Kaiser PermanenteDC, United States
Full-time
This position is eligible for a $25k sign on bonus!!.To examine patients having full range of visual problems, diagnose visual diseases, disorders, and deficiencies, and prescribe treatment as lice...Show moreLast updated: 1 day ago
Optometrist

Optometrist

Vision MD Eye DoctorsWashington, DC, US
This job will be located in College Park, MD • • • • • •.Vision MD Eye Doctors is a medical private practice that is looking for a qualified Optometrist to join our team on a full time basis at our Colle...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
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Optometrist - Shaw

Optometrist - Shaw

Tbwa Chiat / Day IncWashington, DC, United States
Warby Parker is looking for a high-energy, innovative, and caring Optometrist with a passion for delivering remarkable vision care in a collaborative environment. Our ideal candidate is a team playe...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Optometrist

Optometrist

A Visual AffairWashington, DC, US
Looking for an energetic and personable Optometrist who wants to practice primary and medical care for a two location boutique practice in Arlington, VA and Washington, DC.Latest diagnostic equipme...Show moreLast updated: 30+ days ago
Optometrist

Optometrist

Course AdvisorWashington, DC, United States
30+ days ago
Salary
$57,480.00–$188,160.00 yearly
Job description

Occupation Description Diagnose, manage, and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system. Examine eyes and visual system, diagnose problems or impairments, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide treatment. May prescribe therapeutic drugs to treat specific eye conditions.

What Do Optometrists Do On a Daily Basis?

  • Provide vision therapy and low vision rehabilitation.
  • Prescribe medications to treat eye diseases if state laws permit.
  • Analyze test results and develop a treatment plan.
  • Consult with and refer patients to ophthalmologist or other health care practitioner if additional medical treatment is determined necessary.
  • Remove foreign bodies from the eye.
  • Examine eyes, using observation, instruments and pharmaceutical agents, to determine visual acuity and perception, focus and coordination and to diagnose diseases and other abnormalities such as glaucoma or color blindness.

Skills Required

These are the skills Optometrists say are the most useful in their careers :

  • Critical Thinking : Using logic and reasoning to identify the strengths and weaknesses of alternative solutions, conclusions or approaches to problems.
  • Active Listening : Giving full attention to what other people are saying, taking time to understand the points being made, asking questions as appropriate, and not interrupting at inappropriate times.
  • Speaking : Talking to others to convey information effectively.
  • Science : Using scientific rules and methods to solve problems.
  • Writing : Communicating effectively in writing as appropriate for the needs of the audience.
  • Reading Comprehension : Understanding written sentences and paragraphs in work related documents.
  • Related Job Titles for this Occupation :

  • Doctor of Optometry (OD)
  • Eye Clinic Manager
  • Optometrist, President / Practice Owner
  • Optometrist / Practice Owner
  • Optometrist
  • Job Outlook

    In the United States, there were 40,200 jobs for Optometrist in 2016. New jobs are being produced at a rate of 17.9% which is above the national average. The Bureau of Labor Statistics predicts 7,200 new jobs for Optometrist by 2026. There will be an estimated 2,000 positions for Optometrist per year.

    The states with the most job growth for Optometrist are Utah, Colorado, and Washington . Watch out if you plan on working in Vermont, Rhode Island, or Mississippi . These states have the worst job growth for this type of profession.

    The average yearly salary of an Optometrist ranges between $57,480 and $188,160.

    Optometrists who work in North Dakota, Vermont, or Alaska , make the highest salaries.

    Tools & Technology Used by Optometrists

    Below is a list of the types of tools and technologies that Optometrists may use on a daily basis :

  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Access
  • Microsoft SQL Server
  • Scheduling software
  • First Insight MaximEyes
  • HealthLine Systems Eyecom
  • Insight Software My Vision Express
  • OfficeMate Software Solutions OfficeMate
  • How to Become an Optometrist

    What education or degrees do I need to become an Optometrist?

    How Long Does it Take to Become an Optometrist?

    The table below shows the approximate number of Optometrists employed by various industries.

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