Optometrist Jobs in Ohio

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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Vision To Learn

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OPTOMETRIST – Mobile Optometry – Dayton, OH Job Types : Full-time, Part-time, Contract Vision To Learn seeks compassionate, mission-driven optometrists who want to make a tangible impact on children...

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Independent Optometrist - Sam's Club

  • Sam's Club
  • Dover, OH
  • 15 hours ago
  • Dover, OH
  • 15 hours ago

OD from an accredited optometry school Valid state optometry license Ophthalmologist MD or DO from an accredited school Valid state ophthalmology license General Liability Certificate/Professional...

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Optometrist

  • VisionWorks
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 1 day ago

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

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Sublease Optometrist

  • VisionWorks
  • Solon, OH
  • 1 day ago
  • Solon, OH
  • 1 day ago

OD T ech nicians or Clinical Specialists will be there to work up patients and provide contact lens care and fittings....

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Optometrist-Columbus, OH-LensCrafters

  • FGXI Corporate
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 2 days ago

An Independent Doctor of Optometry affiliated with LensCrafters (Luxottica) seeks an Associate Optometrist....

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Fellow-Ophthalmology-Optometrist-91896

  • University Hospitals
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Cleveland, OH
  • 2 days ago

Position Location\: Cleveland, Ohio Position Type\: Physician Specialty\: Optometry Every day, for more than 150 years, the physicians of University Hospitals have renewed a promise to meeting our patients...

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Optometrist

  • National Vision
  • Thurman, OH
  • 2 days ago
  • Thurman, OH
  • 2 days ago

At our practice, you're more than an optometrist you're a trusted partner in eye care....

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Optometrist

  • 360care
  • Piqua, OH
  • 5 days ago
  • Piqua, OH
  • 5 days ago

Responsibilities: Travel to skilled nursing and long term care facilities Conduct Eye Exams with mobile Optometric equipment and interpret diagnostic results Diagnose and treat ocular diseases Prescribe...

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Optometrist (Clinical)

  • Veterans Health Administration
  • Columbus, OH
  • 7 days ago
  • Columbus, OH
  • 7 days ago

Education: Degree of Doctor of Optometry resulting from a course of education in optometry....

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Optometrist For Cleveland Clinic Abu Dhabi

  • PracticeMatch Services, LLC.
  • OH
  • 8 days ago
  • OH
  • 8 days ago

Prescribes, supplies, fits and adjusts eyeglasses, contact lenses and other vision aids. Educates and counsels patients on insertion, removal and care of contact lenses....

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Optometrist

  • Buckeye State Optometry Associates
  • South Euclid, OH
  • 9 days ago
  • South Euclid, OH
  • 9 days ago

lenses, myopia management, or ocular disease Opportunities for professional growth as you expand your expertise Qualifications Licensed (or eligible) to practice Optometry in the state where youll...

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Optometrist

  • EssilorLuxottica
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • Cincinnati, OH
  • 10 days ago

An Independent Doctor of Optometry affiliated with LensCrafters (Luxottica) seeks an Associate Optometrist....

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Independent Optometrist - Walmart

  • Walmart
  • South Euclid, OH
  • 10 days ago
  • South Euclid, OH
  • 10 days ago

(OD) from an accredited optometry school Valid state optometry license Ophthalmologist (MD or DO) from an accredited school Valid state ophthalmology license General Liability Certificate Professional...

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Optometrist-Elyria, OH-LensCrafters

  • EssilorLuxottica
  • Elyria, OH
  • 19 days ago
  • Elyria, OH
  • 19 days ago

An Independent Doctor of Optometry affiliated with LensCrafters (Luxottica) seeks an Associate Optometrist....

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FT or PT Optometrist-Dublin, Gahanna, OH

  • Clarkson Eyecare
  • Dublin, OH
  • 24 days ago
  • Dublin, OH
  • 24 days ago

care services....

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Salary for Optometrist Jobs in Ohio

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Licensing / Certification

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Highest Education Level

Optometrists in Ohio offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
67.6%
Bachelor's Degree
15.7%
High School or GED
5.5%
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 Ohio
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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