Optometrist Jobs in Illinois

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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Optometrists Our focus in on you!

Plus, with exceptional optical and top-of-the-line contact lenses, your patients will be raving about their experience long after they leave the office. On your off days!...

Gailey Eye Clinic

Optometrist

Our Optometrists see a variety of patients, including adult and child exams, contact lens/optical, and ocular disease....

Optometrist needed part-time

  • Oak Park, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Oak Park, IL
  • 1 day ago

Friendly and family-oriented part-time optometrist needed for a private practice in Oak Park 2 days a week....

Optometrist

  • Springfield, IL
  • 1 day ago
  • Springfield, IL
  • 1 day ago

At our practice, we believe that the optometrist is the hero of primary eye care, enabling and safeguarding their patient's ability to experience his or her best vision....

Optometrist

  • Chicago Ridge, IL
  • 2 days ago
  • Chicago Ridge, IL
  • 2 days ago

effectively with patients the need for annual eye exams....

(USA) Associate Optometrist - Walmart

  • Flanagan, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Flanagan, IL
  • 3 days ago

Educate patients and store associates on eye health, including contact lens care, disease state management, and safety factors....

Independent Optometrist - Walmart

  • Northbrook, IL
  • 3 days ago
  • Northbrook, IL
  • 3 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

  • Danville, IL
  • 4 days ago
  • Danville, IL
  • 4 days ago

As an Optometrist in this practice, your regular duties will include: Perform comprehensive eye exams Diagnose and assist in the treatment of ocular disease Prescribe corrective lenses Provide pre-...

Optometrist-Chicago Ridge, IL-LensCrafters

  • Chicago Ridge, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Chicago Ridge, IL
  • 5 days ago

effectively with patients the need for annual eye exams....

Optometrist Decatur

  • Decatur, IL
  • 5 days ago
  • Decatur, IL
  • 5 days ago

eye care to Veterans; Interpreting diseases and conditions of the eye and adnexa and ocular manifestations of systemic disease; Conducting routine eye exams, prescribing glasses and also managing various...

Optometrist

  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Chicago, IL
  • 6 days ago

Visionworks Optometrist - Employed Our employed optometrists help make quality eye care accessible and affordable, changing the lives of millions of patients each year....

Optometrist

  • Robinson, IL
  • 6 days ago
  • Robinson, IL
  • 6 days ago

POSITION SUMMARY The Optometrist is responsible for examining eyes, administering sight tests, giving advice on visual problems and prescribing and fitting glasses or contact lenses....

Optometrist - Medically Focused - Edwardsville, IL - Part-Time

  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Edwardsville, IL
  • 7 days ago

care services....

Optometrist - Swansea

  • Swansea, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Swansea, IL
  • 7 days ago

care services....

Optometrist

  • Streamwood, IL
  • 7 days ago
  • Streamwood, IL
  • 7 days ago

Company Description At our practice, we believe that the optometrist is the hero of primary eye care, enabling and safeguarding their patients ability to experience his or her best vision....

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Salary for Optometrist Jobs in Illinois

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Optometrists in Illinois 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 Illinois
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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