Optometrist Jobs in Michigan

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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Independent Optometrist - Walmart

  • Bad Axe, MI
  • 2 days ago
  • Bad Axe, MI
  • 2 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

  • Detroit, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 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, Part-Time - Eastwood Towne Center

  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 4 days ago

What you'll do: Perform excellent comprehensive eye exams in accordance with Warby Parker's protocol and standards of care Ensure flawless accuracy in taking measurements and diagnosing ocular conditions...

(USA) Optometrist - Sams

  • Portage, MI
  • 5 days ago
  • Portage, MI
  • 5 days ago

Licensed optometrist in good standing in state of practice. **Preferred Qualifications...** _Outlined below are the optional preferred qualifications for this position....

Medical Optometrist with OD/MD Practice

  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Kalamazoo, MI
  • 7 days ago

Who We Are: Grand Rapids Ophthalmology is the leading comprehensive eye care group in the west Michigan market. We practice out of 13 locations and our two surgery centers....

Mobile Optometrist

  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 7 days ago
  • Ann Arbor, MI
  • 7 days ago

Essential Functions: Diagnose and treat refractive disorders. Diagnose and treat ocular disorders caused by age-related illnesses....

Optometrist (OD) - Full Time

  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 10 days ago
  • Battle Creek, MI
  • 10 days ago

Our professional optometrists are championing a new path for eye care - join us!...

Optometrist

  • Portage, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Portage, MI
  • 11 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....

Optometrist - Full time - Dearborn

  • Dearborn, MI
  • 11 days ago
  • Dearborn, MI
  • 11 days ago

care Routine eye care including comprehensive examinations, refractions, contact lens services Medical eye care for acute and chronic eye diseases Specialty eye care (ex. medically necessary contact...

Optometrist - Full time - Taylor

  • Taylor, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Taylor, MI
  • 13 days ago

care Routine eye care including comprehensive examinations, refractions, contact lens services Medical eye care for acute and chronic eye diseases Specialty eye care (ex. medically necessary contact...

A very good client of W3Global Healthcare Division is actively looking for a qualified Optometrist to join their team....

Optometrist, Part-Time - Detroit Metro

  • Detroit, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Detroit, MI
  • 13 days ago

What you'll do: Perform excellent comprehensive eye exams in accordance with Warby Parker's protocol and standards of care Ensure flawless accuracy in taking measurements and diagnosing ocular conditions...

Optometrist - Eastwood Towne Center

  • Lansing, MI
  • 13 days ago
  • Lansing, MI
  • 13 days ago

What you'll do: Perform excellent comprehensive eye exams in accordance with Warby Parker's protocol and standards of care Ensure flawless accuracy in taking measurements and diagnosing ocular conditions...

FILL-IN Optometrist

  • Kentwood, MI
  • 14 days ago
  • Kentwood, MI
  • 14 days ago

needs and make product recommendations that will help them see their best and protect the health of their eyes. * Provide vision services; eye exams. * Treat conditions such as nearsightedness, farsightedness...

Part Time Optometrist

  • Alpena, MI
  • 15 days ago
  • Alpena, MI
  • 15 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....

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Salary for Optometrist Jobs in Michigan

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Optometrist positions.



Highest Education Level

Optometrists in Michigan 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 Michigan
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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