Optometrist Jobs in New York

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

Job Description: Provide comprehensive eye exams and vision tests Diagnose and treat various eye conditions and diseases Prescribe and fit eyeglasses and contact lenses Perform visual field testing...

Doctor of Optometry

Your role will be to Conducting comprehensive eye exams to assess vision and eye health, including testing visual acuity, checking for refractive errors, and evaluating eye function....

Partners Insight Recruiting

Optometrist - Queens, NY

Responsibilities Perform comprehensive eye exams and vision tests. Diagnose defects of the eye, such as myopia, astigmatism, and glaucoma....

Optometrist Position Available

  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago
  • New York, NY
  • 6 days ago

What You Will Do: Comprehensive Eye Exams Refraction Prescribing and Fitting Contact Lenses Diagnosing and treating Eye Conditions What You Will Bring: Our ideal candidate will have less than a year...

Ophthalmic Consultants of the Capital Region

Full Time Optometrist in Upstate NY

Position Summary: The Optometrist will examine, diagnose and treat various eye conditions, and may prescribe glasses or contact lenses, working to improve their patient’s vision....

Guthrie Clinic

Optometry (Corning, NY)

Guthrie is seeking an Optometrist to join our robust team in Corning, NY!...

imatters

Optometrist - Bronx, NYC

Here, every optometrist is empowered to deliver personalized, top-quality care to our diverse patient base. Why Choose Us?...

Doctor of Optometrist

Responsibilities: Conduct Comprehensive eye exams to assess and diagnose patients' vision conditions. Prescribe and fit eyeglasses or contact lenses based on patient needs....

Doctor of Optometry

  • Bronx, NY
  • 9 days ago
  • Bronx, NY
  • 9 days ago

Our practice is equipped with the state of the art diagnostic instruments such Visual Field, Fundus Camera, Optical Coherence Tomography, B-scan Ultrasonography, Corneal Topography, Specular Microscopy...

Doctor of Optometry

What You Will Do: Perform Eye Exams which include refraction....

Visualize LLC

Multi Site Optometrist ( Nursing Homes ) (Hybrid)

We arrange patient scheduling, billing and all other administrative matters, allowing Optometrists to focus on patient care and education....

Visualize LLC

Multi Site Optometrist ( Nursing Home ) (Hybrid)

We arrange patient scheduling, billing and all other administrative matters, allowing Optometrists to focus on patient care and education....

Cohen's Fashion Optical

Optometrist Brooklyn, NY

About the Role: Provide comprehensive eye exams to patients of all ages. Diagnose and treat ocular diseases and conditions. Prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses....

Cohen's Fashion Optical

Optometrist NYC, New York

About the Role: Provide comprehensive eye exams to patients of all ages. Diagnose and treat ocular diseases and conditions. Prescribe eyeglasses and contact lenses....

Optometrist

  • Elmhurst, NY
  • 1 hour ago
  • Elmhurst, NY
  • 1 hour ago

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

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Salary for Optometrist Jobs in New York

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Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Optometrist positions.

Highest Education Level

Optometrists in New York offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
67.5%
Bachelor's Degree
15.5%
High School or GED
5.8%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
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 New York
None
52.4%
Less than 1 year
19.0%
1-2 years
14.3%
2-4 years
9.5%
4-6 years
4.8%

Qualifications / Skill Sets

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