Optometrist Jobs in Connecticut

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- private practice

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Optometrist ( Independent OD ) Wanted. Orange, CT

  • Orange, CT
  • 8 days ago
  • Orange, CT
  • 8 days ago

Qualifications: Valid Optometry license in the state of Connecticut. Experience in performing eye exams and fitting contact lenses. Strong communication and patient care skills....

Vision To Learn

Optometrist

We have provided over 3 million vision screenings, 600,000 eye exams and 500,000 new, prescription glasses in the last decade....

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Doctor of Optometry

Optometrist – Full-Time Opportunity in a Well-Established Practice – Hartford County, CT Why Join Us?...

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Optometrist - Awesome opportunity!

Plus, with exceptional optical and top-of-the-line contact lenses, your patients will be raving about their experience long after they leave the office....

Optometrist

We provide a mix of medical and primary care exams along with contact lens fittings. Situated in a seaside community of Connecticut with close proximity to Rhode Island beaches....

Optometrist

  • West Haven, CT
  • 11 days ago
  • West Haven, CT
  • 11 days ago

Providing primary eye care, Optometrists examine and test peoples eyes for visual acuity and eye diseases....

Optometrist- Norwalk, CT- Pearle Vision

  • Norwalk, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Norwalk, CT
  • 4 days ago

Pearle Vision has been in the Franchise business since 1981 and is one of the largest Eye Care Franchise Retailers in North America with more than 600 total Eye Care Centers in North America.This position...

Associate Optometrist- Avon, CT- LensCrafters

  • Avon, CT
  • 4 days ago
  • Avon, CT
  • 4 days ago

affiliated with LensCrafters (Luxottica) seeks an Associate Optometrist....

Part-Time Optometrist

  • Trumbull, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Trumbull, CT
  • 5 days ago

All of our advertising includes focus on eye exams and our independent doctors of optometry. Host Store Impact: We have nurtured relationships with leading department store retailers....

Optometrist

  • Farmington, CT
  • 5 days ago
  • Farmington, CT
  • 5 days ago

Company Description At our practice, we believe that the optometrist is the hero of primary eye care, enabling and safeguarding their patients ability to experience his or her best vision....

Optometrist

  • West Hartford, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • West Hartford, CT
  • 12 days ago

As an optometrist in our practice, you will be expected to: Perform comprehensive eye exams Diagnose and assist in the treatment of ocular disease Prescribe corrective lenses Build strong doctor-patient...

Optometrist

  • New London, CT
  • 12 days ago
  • New London, CT
  • 12 days ago

Company DescriptionAt our practice, we believe that the optometrist is the hero of primary eye care, enabling and safeguarding their patient's ability to experience his or her best vision....

Optometrist

  • New London, CT
  • 13 days ago
  • New London, CT
  • 13 days ago

Why Youll Love This Opportunity: Environment Do what you love - We empower our doctors to provide personalized, comprehensive eye exams and to manage a variety of anterior and posterior ocular diseases...

Optometrist OpportunityHartford, CT more information on this Optometrist opening and others like it through Metropolis, a Provider Engagement Platform that connects you with organizations in the top...

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Salary for Optometrist Jobs in Connecticut

Estimated salary range based on data from US Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS) and iHireOptometry research efforts.

Licensing / Certification

Required or preferred licenses and certifications for Optometrist positions.



Highest Education Level

Optometrists in Connecticut offer the following education background
Doctorate Degree
67.5%
Bachelor's Degree
15.4%
High School or GED
5.9%
Associate's Degree
4.2%
Vocational Degree or Certification
3.5%
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 Connecticut
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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