Optometrist
Duties
and Responsibilities:
Optometrists treat vision problems. They treat
vision problems by diagnosing the problem and then prescribing corrective
eyeglasses, contact lenses, or vision therapy. Some optometrists specialize in
industrial vision safety, treatment of vision related learning disabilities,
and environmental vision care. Unlike ophthalmologists they are not physicians
and may not write medical prescriptions, treat diseases, or perform surgery.
Most optometrists are self-employed, however many work for hospitals, government
agencies, optical manufacturers, or universities.
Average
Salary: $78,000
Educational
Requirements:
Students interested in becoming an optometrist
should take the most challenging high school courses (AP or IB) available in
math, science, and English. Before entering an optometry school at least two
years of college in a pre -professional program is required. Optometry school
is four years in length. After being awarded the degree of Doctor of Optometry,
optometrists must pass state exams before starting to practice.
Do you think you would like to be one?
I do think I would like to be one because of the studies you must take and the pay.
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