Optometrist Jobs in Columbia, MD

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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Optometrist - Part Time

  • Catonsville, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago
  • Catonsville, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 4 days ago

Job Overview: We are looking for a skilled and compassionate Part-Time Optometrist (with potential for full-time) to join our growing team....

FT / PT TPA certified Optometrist

  • Baltimore, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (14 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago

Full-time and Part-Time opportunities available for a TPA certified optometrist to join a growing OD and MD practice....

(USA) Optometrist Pre-Grad Intern - Walmart

  • Arbutus, MD (11 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Arbutus, MD (11 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Provides optical clinical care by diagnosing Customers to manage treatment of visual problems and ocular disease; providing effective patient education and counseling; and communicating with key stakeholders...

Part-Time Optometrist until Feb 2026- Whitford, WA

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 1 day ago

Specsavers are rated the market leader for eye tests, and the retailer of choice for contact lenses in Australia and New Zealand. We are on a continual mission to transform eye health....

Optometrist Medical Group, Largo, On Call

  • Largo, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago
  • Largo, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 3 days ago

Prescribes and fits contact lenses. Determines visual requirements of the partially sighted....

Optometrist - Columbia, South Carolina

  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago
  • Washington, DC (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 5 days ago

Optometrist - Columbia, South Carolina We are excited to welcome a dedicated and compassionate optometrist who will bring strong clinical skills, a genuine passion for innovative eye care, and a collaborative...

Optometrist - Mall in Columbia

  • Columbia, MD
  • 5 days ago
  • Columbia, MD
  • 5 days ago

Job Status: 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....

Independent Optometrist - Walmart

  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 days ago
  • Hanover, MD (8 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 6 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....

(USA) Associate Optometrist - Walmart - $20,000 Sign-On Bonus Potential

  • Cockeysville, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago
  • Cockeysville, MD (22 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 7 days ago

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

Optometrist - Bethesda, MD

  • Westlake, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 days ago
  • Westlake, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 10 days ago

Vision care services include prescription of glasses and soft contact lenses, with the opportunity to build a practice in specialty therapeutic contact lenses....

Optometrist

  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Gaithersburg, MD (16 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 days ago

disease as well as visual wants and needs....

Independent Optometrist - Sam's Club

  • Timonium, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 days ago
  • Timonium, MD (20 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 11 days ago

As an Independent Optometrist leasing space inside our stores you will take a leading role in patient care with respect to eye and vision care as well as general health and wellbeing....

Optometrist - Bethesda, MD - #Faculty

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago

. + Vision care services include prescription of glasses and soft contact lenses, with the opportunity to build a practice in specialty therapeutic contact lenses....

Optometrist - Bethesda, MD Johns Hopkins University

  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago
  • Bethesda, MD (19 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 12 days ago

Vision care services include prescription of glasses and soft contact lenses, with the opportunity to build a practice in specialty therapeutic contact lenses....

Optometrist

  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 14 days ago
  • Baltimore, MD (15 miles from Columbia, MD)
  • 14 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-...

Demographic Data for Columbia, MD

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Salary for Optometrist Jobs in Columbia, MD

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Optometrists in Columbia, MD offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
67.6%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
High School or GED
5.8%
Associate's Degree
4.1%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.6%
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 Columbia, MD
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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