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Enhance Vision, Improve Lives
Diagnose, manage, and treat conditions and diseases of the human eye and visual system. Examine eyes and visual system, diagnose problems or impairments, prescribe corrective lenses, and provide treatment. May prescribe therapeutic drugs to treat specific eye conditions.
RELATED JOB TITLES
Optometrist, Optometry Doctor (OD), Therapeutic Optometrist
Facts and Stats
Your career outlook is looking good – just like these stats.
O*NET Code: 29-1041.00
Median wages (annual)
2024
Projected job openings
2024-2034
Projected Job Growth
2024-2034
What You Need to Know
- Medicine and Dentistry — Knowledge of the information and techniques needed to diagnose and treat human injuries, diseases, and deformities. This includes symptoms, treatment alternatives, drug properties and interactions, and preventive health-care measures.
- Biology — Knowledge of plant and animal organisms, their tissues, cells, functions, interdependencies, and interactions with each other and the environment.
- Customer and Personal Service — Knowledge of principles and processes for providing customer and personal services. This includes customer needs assessment, meeting quality standards for services, and evaluation of customer satisfaction.
- English Language — Knowledge of the structure and content of the English language including the meaning and spelling of words, and rules of composition and grammar.
- Mathematics — Knowledge of arithmetic, algebra, geometry, calculus, statistics, and their applications.
Top Technology Requirements Included in Job Postings
- Accounting software — Intuit QuickBooks
- Data base user interface and query software — Microsoft Access; Microsoft SQL Server; Operational Data Store ODS software
- Medical software — First Insight MaximEyes; HealthLine Systems Eyecom; Universal Software Solutions VersaVision; VisionScience Software Acuity Pro
- Spreadsheet software — Microsoft Excel
- Word processing software — Microsoft Word
When You Choose Miami, Your Career Journey Begins
Once you’ve selected your program at Miami, the Center for Career Exploration and Success will help you explore career paths, prepare for the job market, and make meaningful connections. With personalized support, resources, and events, you’ll gain the skills and confidence to navigate your career journey.
Discover how to turn your passions into a career path. Explore majors and careers that match your interests.
Build the skills to succeed in your career journey. Prepare for internships, interviews, and the workplace.
Make meaningful connections to launch your career. Access networking opportunities, career fairs, and employer events.
This page includes information from O*NET OnLine by the U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA). Used under the CC BY 4.0 license.