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Optometrist Job Description: Top Duties and Qualifications

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Last updated March 4, 2025

An Optometrist, or Eye Doctor, is responsible for providing comprehensive vision care to patients so they can care for their eyes and access tools to support their eyesight. Their duties include conducting eye inspections, identifying signs of disease or injury and prescribing corrective lenses.

Optometrist duties and responsibilities

Optometrists complete a variety of duties throughout the workday. A list of Optometrist duties may include:

  • Conduct routine eye exams for clients.
  • Maintain patient records.
  • Prescribe medications to treat ocular diseases and disorders.
  • Perform pre- and post-operation checks.
  • Check patients for signs of diseases and refer them to other specialists when needed.

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Example 1

InSight Vision Center Medical Group, Inc., is a busy Ophthalmology practice in Fresno, CA. We are seeking a full or part-time skilled Optometrist to join our team. If you are a dedicated Optometrist with a passion for diagnosing and managing eye diseases, this opportunity is for you. Work alongside experienced ophthalmologists, optometrists and a fully trained team of support staff.

Essential Functions and Responsibilities:

  • Perform complete vision exams, as needed, on scheduled patients
  • Provide refractive services for patients, as needed, in a manner and at a rate that maintains both the physician s schedule and the highest standard of quality care
  • Deliver medical care and routine follow-ups, as needed
  • Provide patient education about diagnoses, products and services
  • Document services provided, glasses and contact lens prescriptions and recommendations to patients
  • Perform other duties, as needed, by the physicians to provide the highest level of ophthalmic care to each of our patients

    Qualifications:

    Graduate of accredited school of optometry, with valid license to practice optometry in the state of California. Must have excellent communication skills, professional attitude and appearance.

    Full-time benefits:

    Competitive pay and bonus structure (145,000-325,000)

    Health Insurance

    Dental insurance

    401(k)

    Paid time off

    Paid holidays

    Paid CE expenses

    Paid malpractice and licenses

    About Fresno:

    Fresno is the largest city in the Central Valley and known as the agricultural capital of the world. Fresno is located for fast, convenient getaways to the scenic California Coast as well as surrounded by three National parks, such as Yosemite. Fresno provides affordable housing and living expenses. Our community also offers great restaurants, a dinner theatre, zoo, minor league baseball games/ sporting events, hiking trails, historical landmarks, waterparks, art hops, major concerts, and much more.

    To learn more about InSight Vision Center please visit our website: [website]

    To learn more about Fresno please visit the following websites:

    [website]

    [website]

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

    Pay: $145,000.00 - $325,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Dental insurance
  • Employee discount
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Life insurance
  • Paid time off
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday
    Supplemental pay pay

    Work Location: One location

    • Example 2

    Medical Consultants Network is a URAC accredited organization that manages medical peer reviews and IMEs nationwide. We are seeking clinically experienced Optometrist to join our IRO panel & assess healthcare appeals for medical necessity and make objective recommendations as to whether or not treatment is required.

    Responsibilities

  • Utilization Review. You will be asked to evaluate appeals where a patient has been denied treatment by their health plan. You will use evidence-based medicine to make a recommendation to either overturn or uphold the denial based on one or more of the following: Medical Necessity, Experimental Treatment, and/or Policy Language.
  • Citation of References. You will be required to provide 3-5 scholarly references to back up your opinion. These can include scientific studies, medical journals, standard of care guidelines, and/or other medically relevant sources. You will not be required to spend long amounts of time researching sources, and will be provided a list of potential options with links when you start out on the panel.
  • Contact treating [website] may occasionally be required to attempt contact with the patient s treating provider(s) to seek any additional information that could affect the outcome of the case.

    Qualifications

  • 5+ years clinical experience in your specialty
  • You must maintain at least part-time clinical practice
  • Past experience with utilization review is preferred but not required

    Job Types: Part-time, Location: Remote

    • Example 3

    We are a private practice located in Walnut Creek. We have 2 optometrists currently and 1 ophthalmologist. One of our optometrists is retiring. We are looking for someone to be here Monday, Tuesday, Thursday. Possibly Wednesdays and Fridays. We have some flexibility with the schedule. NO weekends! Hours are 8:15 to 5 with a lunch break from 12:30 to 1:15PM. Our equipment is nice. Slit lamp is Haag Streit. Battery powered indirects, Zeiss OCT, and HVF. Iprofiler Topography, wavefront Autorefractor. We have an EMR.

    We have a lovely optician and front desk staff who are experienced.

    We do contact lenses and glasses as well as cataracts and glaucoma and general eye care.

    Pay is: $500-600/day depending on experience and skills.

    START DATE EARLY December

    Benefits depend on number of hours worked per week.

    Please let us know if you are interested.

    Job Types: Part-time, Full-time

    Pay: $500.00 - $600.00 per day

    Benefits:
  • 401(k) matching
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
    Healthcare setting:
  • Clinic
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • No Location: In person

    • Example 4

    We are a well established private practice excited to grow our team with a Full-time Optometrist. Our clinics have a steady patient-base, and our Doctors have the support of proficient Opticians.

    Whether you are a new graduate or a well versed Optometrist, we would love to have you on board in growing and learning with us to provide the best service to our community. We are ultimately seeking an individual who strives to deliver the finest vision care and enjoys working with a team who also strives to be exceptional.

    Compensation:

  • $160,000 yearly pay
  • PTO: 2 Weeks/Year (Accrued) - Full Time
  • Health Insurance - Full Time
  • Dental Insurance - Full Time
  • Sick Time - Full Time
  • Licensing Fee - Part Time/Full Time
  • MalPractice Insurance (Fully Covered) - Part Time/Full Time
  • Optical Wear Package: One Complete Pair of Eyeglasses - Full Time

    Support:

  • Flexible Schedule
  • Back Office Administrative Support
  • Advanced EHR
  • Well-trained and Positive Staff Support
  • Continued Education Stipend: $1,000/Year - Full Time

    Qualifications and Education:

  • New Graduates are Welcome to Apply!
  • Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree
  • Active California Optometry License
  • Ideal candidate is a team player, personable, and has strong communication skills.

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: $160,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • Dental insurance
  • Flexible schedule
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
    Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday



    License/Certification:
  • Optometry License Location: In person

    • Example 5

    Vista Community Clinic is a private, non-profit, multi-specialty outpatient clinic providing care in a comprehensive, high quality setting. Located in San Diego, Orange and Riverside counties, we work to advance community health and hope by providing access to premier health services. We are looking for dedicated, motivated, enthusiastic team players who want to make a difference in the community. Our competitive compensation and benefits program includes health, dental, vision, company-paid life, flexible spending accounts and a 403(B) plan, for eligible employees. VCC is an equal opportunity employer.

    Direct and provide outpatient care to clinic patients and ensure quality assurance including examination of patient's eyes, sight testing, diagnosis of visual disorders and diseases, determining course of treatment, providing and supervising appropriate treatment for such diseases, including glaucoma, cataract and diabetes.
  • Participate in quality assurance, quality improvement and utilization review
  • Examine the eyes of patients of all ages to detect signs of injury, disease, abnormality or vision defects
  • Examine eyes and fitting spectacles or contact lenses
  • Write referral communications to doctors
  • Reading retinal scans
  • Prescribe medicines for people with eye conditions
  • Participate in the development of clinic protocols and procedures to ensure quality eye care
  • Participate in utilization and peer review programs which evaluates the quality of the optometry staff and services being performed at the clinics
    Minimum
  • Current California Optometric License
  • State of California Certification for the treatment of ocular disease
  • State of California Certification for the treatment of glaucoma
  • A Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) Degree from an accredited optometry school
  • Current CPR certification
  • DEA license
  • Valid California Drivers License and proof of insurance
    Preferred
  • Bilingual English/Spanish preferred
  • Experience/familiarity with Practice Management and Electronic Medical Records systems, NextGen preferred
    Required Skills/Knowledge/Abilities
  • Experience/familiarity with computers, Microsoft Office products (Word/Excel), business e-mail communication systems and internet search capabilities

    Job Type: Part-time

    Schedule:
  • On Location: One location

    • Example 6

    We are looking for a Receptionist to manage our front desk on a daily basis and to perform a variety of clerical tasks. As a Receptionist, you will be the first point of contact for our company. You will welcome guests and greet people who visit the business. You will coordinate front-desk activities, including distributing correspondence and redirecting phone calls. To be successful as a Receptionist, you should have a pleasant personality, as this is also a customer service role. You should be able to deal with emergencies in a timely and effective manner, while streamlining office operations. Multitasking and stress management skills are essential for this position. Ultimately, a Receptionist's duties and responsibilities are to ensure the front desk welcomes guests positively, and executes all clerical tasks to the highest quality standards.

    Responsibilities

  • Front Desk Optometrist Receptionist will greet patients as the arrive to the office
  • Answer, screen and forward incoming phone calls

  • Ensure reception area is tidy and presentable, with all necessary stationery and material (e.g. pens, forms and brochures)
  • Provide basic and accurate information in-person and via phone/email
  • Receive, sort and distribute daily mail/deliveries
  • Schedule Pt exams
  • Perform other clerical receptionist duties such as filing, photocopying, transcribing and faxing
  • Verify Insurance for future Pts

    Skills

  • Proven work experience as a Receptionist, Front Office Representative or similar role

  • Hands-on experience with office equipment (e.g. fax machines and printers)
  • Professional attitude and appearance
  • Solid written and verbal communication skills
  • Ability to be resourceful and proactive when issues arise
  • Excellent organizational skills
  • Multitasking and time-management skills, with the ability to prioritize tasks
  • Customer service attitude
  • High school degree
  • Speaking a 2nd language is a plus!

    Job Type: Full-time

    Pay: From $14.00 per hour

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • 401(k) matching
  • Paid time off
  • Uniform allowance
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
  • No weekends

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Louisville, KY 40214: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Experience:
  • Customer service: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Medical terminology: 1 year (Preferred)
  • Computer skills: 1 year Location: One location

    • Example 7

    CNY Physicians and Surgeons is seeking a medical optometrist. We are a well-established, reputable practice with excellent support staff, top of the line equipment and large patient base and a modern, spacious new office building in a prime location. At this time we have a full time surgical ophthalmologist and medical optometrist and we are looking to expand to meet the needs of our growing practice. We adhere to current state health guidelines to keep our staff and patients safe.

    Duties:
  • Perform comprehensive eye health exams including refractions, gonioscopy and dilated fundus examinations
  • Interpret imaging studies including, but not limited to Optos fundus photos, OCT, visual field
  • Provide confident, high level optometric care
  • Collaborate with local ophthalmologists and optometrists on cross referrals for patient care
  • Additional Responsibilities as needed

    We do not do contact lens fittings or dispense glasses.

    Education & Experience:

    Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree with prerequisite undergraduate degree/courses

    Completion of a post-optometric clinical residency is preferred, but not mandatory

    Licensed to practice in New York and authorized to work in US

    To learn more about our practice please visit [website]

    Job Types: Full-time, Part-time, Contract

    Pay: $125,000.00 - $150,000.00 per year

    Benefits:
  • 401(k)
  • Health insurance
  • Paid time off
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
  • Day shift
  • Monday to Friday
    Supplemental Pay:
  • Bonus pay

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • New Hartford, NY 13413: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    License/Certification:
  • Optometry License Location: One location

    • Example 8

    Qualifications

  • Recent grads and experienced optometrists are welcome to apply!
  • Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree
  • Valid TX state license to practice optometry
  • Team player who can take initiative and wants to grow with the practice
  • Ability to work with a diverse patient population

    Responsibilities

  • Perform comprehensive eye exams
  • Diagnose and assist in the medical treatment of eyecare
  • Prescribe corrective lenses (glasses/Contact lenses)
  • Promote healthy vision by counseling and educating patients
  • Maintain detailed patient records regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and progress
  • Handle eyecare emergencies

    Full description

    Our practice is looking for a motivated Doctor of Optometry/ Optometrist/ OD who is excited to practice full scope optometry. You can start part-time until you are available full-time.
    Why You'll Love This Opportunity -In addition to working for a well-established practice you will gain experience working with patients of all ages, with our patients ranging in age from 4 to 95+. Our practices provide the environment for doctors to practice at the scope that they are comfortable with. Autonomy is rewarded and invited at this practice, as well as professional growth. We try to ensure a great customer experience from the beginning to the end. We pay extra attention to customer care and detail so that each experience drives retention.
  • Primary Responsibilities *
  • Examine, diagnose, treat and manage diseases and disorders of the eyes and associated structures
  • Prescribe treatment and ophthalmic devices, such as glasses and contact lenses
  • Perform clinical procedures necessary to correcting vision
  • Manages optometry activities and supervises ophthalmic technicians with emphasis on meeting medical service standards

  • Compensation & Benefits*

  • Competitive Salary+ Bonuses
  • Flexible Time Off
  • Malpractice Insurance
  • License Reimbursement
  • CE Stipend

  • Schedule:
  • Monday to Friday (9-6) and Saturday (9-3)
  • Education:
  • Doctorate
  • Language:
  • Spanish (Preferred), English
  • License/Certification:
  • Optometry License Location: One location

    Job Type: Full-time

    Benefits:
  • Paid time off
  • Professional development assistance
  • Vision insurance
    Medical Specialty:
  • Primary Care
    Schedule:
  • 8 hour shift
    Supplemental Pay:
  • Bonus pay

    COVID-19 considerations:
    All Patients are required to wear a mask, curbside pickup available, common surfaces are sanitized regularly.

    Ability to commute/relocate:
  • Houston, TX 77035: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

    Education:
  • Doctorate (Required)

    License/Certification:
  • Optometry License Location: One location
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    What does an Optometrist do?

    Optometrists can work at independent optometry offices, medical clinics and health stores to provide accessible diagnosis, treatment and referrals for vision-related issues. Their role is to inspect a patient’s eyes and perform a series of tests to identify issues with depth perception and clarity. They can provide basic treatments and vision therapy or refer patients to a medical doctor who specializes in eye care. Optometrists analyze test results to determine what kinds of corrective lenses, visual aids or other treatment measures will help their patient with issues like blurriness or headaches associated with sight issues.

    Optometrist skills and qualifications

    In order to complete the many duties required in an Optometrist position, an applicant should have many related skills. For an optometrist, you may want them to have skills and qualifications such as:

    • Proficiency with modern eye care techniques and equipment
    • Strong communication skills, including the ability to explain scientific information to patients
    • Ability to perform repetitive tasks while maintaining focus
    • Listening skills
    • Attention to detail

    Optometrist salary expectations

    An Optometrist makes an average of $124,473 per year. Exact may vary depending on factors like the applicant’s education, experience level and geographic location. The average amount of time an Optometrist stays in their position is one to three years.

    Optometrist salary expectations

    2025-10-0167000.00154446.21277000.00YEARLY
    • Common salary: 154446.21 YEARLY
    • Typical salaries range from 67000.00 - 277000.00 YEARLY
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    *Indeed data – 2025-10-01

    Optometrist education and training requirements

    Generally, Optometrists should have a bachelor’s degree in a related field and a doctorate in optometry. They also must be licensed through the National Board of Examiners in Optometry and sometimes through the state, depending on where the Optometrist will be practicing. They need to complete continuing education to maintain their Optometrist’s license. Some Optometrists can take an exam with the American Board of Optometry to prove an in-depth understanding of their field and become board certified.

    Optometrist experience requirements

    The amount of experience required from a good applicant depends on the business or organization. If the position requires more knowledge and understanding of optometry, applicants could need a higher level of experience. You may ask that a qualified applicant will have undergone a residency program for a year before they are considered for the position. You might ask that they have a certain number of years’ experience on the job before applying to your business or organization. If the Optometrist will be in a supervisory position, you may want them to have experience leading a team.

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