Optometrist Jobs in Oakland, CA

An Optometrist is a key professional in the optometry field, responsible for diagnosing and treating visual disorders and ailments. They conduct thorough eye exams to assess a patient's visual acuity and depth perception, as well as identify any potential eye diseases such as glaucoma or cataracts. Optometrists are also equipped to prescribe corrective lenses or spectacles and provide advice on proper eye health management. In some cases, they may also participate in pre or post-operative care for surgical patients.

Important skills for an Optometrist include excellent attention to detail, strong analytical thinking, and good hand-eye coordination. They must also possess strong communication skills to explain complex medical information to patients. To practice, Optometrists need a Doctor of Optometry degree and must be licensed in their practicing state, which involves passing the National Board of Examiners in Optometry exam. Prior to becoming an Optometrist, a person may have roles such as an Optometric Technician, Optician, or Vision Therapist to gain practical experience and knowledge in the field.

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POSITION OVERVIEW Salary range: Salary will be commensurate with experience. The posted UC academic salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See the following...

Associate Optometrist

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

Duties: Provide comprehensive eye exams, fit glasses, contact lenses, myopia control, diagnose and treat eye disease, co-manage cataract surgery and make appropriate referrals when necessary.....

Optometrist

  • San Leandro, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago
  • San Leandro, CA (5 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 1 day ago

exams on all ages, ranging from pediatrics to geriatrics Use observation, instruments, and pharmaceutical agents to diagnose ocular diseases and other ocular abnormalities Provide contact lens evaluation...

Optometrist Low Vision, Lh (San Francisco)

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 3 days ago

OVERVIEW:The Low Vision Optometrist provides specialty low vision care to patients who have experienced vision loss, are under the care of a primary eye care professional, and who wish to improve the...

Optometrist III

  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Palo Alto, CA (23 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

CERTIFICATION & LICENSURE: OPT-Optometrist BLS-Basic Life Support SKILLS AND KNOWLEDGE: Ability to demonstrate knowledge of and to apply the principles, theories, practices and techniques of optometric...

Optometrist Job San Francisco, Ca Full Time Od Needed#6143 The Eye Group

  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • San Francisco, CA (11 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

Amazing opportunity for a full time optometrist to join an established ophthalmology practice as part of the refractive surgery team Monday through Friday, no weekends.Benefits: Excellent salary, 20k...

Optometrist

  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago
  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 5 days ago

is seeking an Optometrist to work with our client....

Independent Optometrist - Walmart

  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 13 days ago
  • Richmond, CA (15 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 13 days ago

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 well as general health and well-being....

Optometrist

  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 16 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 16 days ago

exams in an efficient and timely manner Practice Experience: Luxottica is a leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear....

Optometrist - 40 hours

  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 17 days ago
  • Walnut Creek, CA (10 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 17 days ago

fundus contact lens, tear function testing, Amsler grid, confrontation fields, etc....

Associate Optometrist- Concord, CA- LensCrafters

  • Concord, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 19 days ago
  • Concord, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 19 days ago

exams in an efficient and timely manner Practice Experience:Luxottica is a leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear....

Associate Optometrist - Lenscrafters - Menlo Park, CA

  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 20 days ago
  • Menlo Park, CA (22 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 20 days ago

exams in an efficient and timely manner Practice Experience: Luxottica is a leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear....

Optometrist

  • Oakland, CA
  • 30+ days ago
  • Oakland, CA
  • 30+ days ago

Optometrists Championing Vision Health for our Patients Who we are La Clnica de La Raza is a community based health center committed to providing culturally appropriate high quality and accessible health...

Associate Optometrist - Target Optical - Freemont, CA

  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 30+ days ago
  • Fremont, CA (19 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 30+ days ago

exams in an efficient and timely manner Practice Experience: Luxottica is a leader in the design, manufacture, and distribution of fashion, luxury and sports eyewear....

Part Time Optometrist

  • Concord, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 45+ days ago
  • Concord, CA (16 miles from Oakland, CA)
  • 45+ days ago

All of our advertising includes focus on eye exams and our independent doctors of optometry. Host Store Impact: We have nurtured relationships with leading department store retailers....

Demographic Data for Oakland, CA

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Salary for Optometrist Jobs in Oakland, CA

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Optometrists in Oakland, CA offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
67.5%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
High School or GED
5.9%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.5%
Master's Degree
3.0%
Some College
0.4%
Some High School
0.1%

Average Work Experience
Here's a breakdown of the number of years' experience offered by Optometrists in Oakland, CA
None
52.4%
Less than 1 year
19.0%
1-2 years
14.3%
2-4 years
9.5%
4-6 years
4.8%



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