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Ironside Human Resources

Optometrist

Anchorage, AK

$249K - $250K/yr

Rural hospital located several hundred miles northwest of Anchorage, AK seeking a full-time, Locum Optometrist. Details are below. Pay: $120.00/hour * Housing and flights provided for the Optometrist ...

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The Guthrie Clinic

Optometry (Corning, NY)

Corning, NY · On-site

$145K - $170K/yr

Guthrie is seeking an Optometrist to join our robust team in Corning, NY! Highlights of the ... With six hospitals and 76 regional offices in a 13-county catchment area, our team of nearly 1,000 ...

CareSTL Health

Optometrist

Saint Louis, MO · On-site

Licensed to practice Optometry in the state of Missouri Knowledge, Skills and Abilities ... Must maintain hospital-admitting privileges at appropriate hospitals. * Must meet criteria for ...

The Guthrie Clinic

Optometry (Sayre, PA)

Sayre, PA · On-site

Guthrie Libraries Optometry (Sayre, PA) Quick Apply $25,000 Starting Bonus! Guthrie is seeking an ... With six hospitals and 76 regional offices in a 13-county catchment area, our team of nearly 1,000 ...

Ironside Human Resources

Optometrist

Anchorage, AK · On-site

$120/hr

\n \n \n Rural hospital located several hundred miles northwest of Anchorage, AK seeking a full\-time, Locum Optometrist. Details are below. Pay: $120.00\/hour \n \n * Housing and flights provided for ...

CareSTL Health

Optometrist

Saint Louis, MO

Licensed to practice Optometry in the state of Missouri Knowledge, Skills and Abilities ... Must maintain hospital-admitting privileges at appropriate hospitals. * Must meet criteria for ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

Oakland, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric-focused hospital outpatient setting. The ideal candidate has experience working with complex ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

Fullerton, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric-focused hospital outpatient setting. The ideal candidate has experience working with complex ...

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Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

San Jose, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric-focused hospital outpatient setting. The ideal candidate has experience working with complex ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

Berkeley, CA · On-site

$125 - $145/hr

We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric-focused hospital outpatient setting. The ideal candidate has experience working with complex ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

Fullerton, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric-focused hospital outpatient setting. The ideal candidate has experience working with complex ...

Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

San Jose, CA · On-site

$125 - $150/hr

We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric-focused hospital outpatient setting. The ideal candidate has experience working with complex ...

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Vivo HealthStaff

Optometrist - Locums

San Francisco, CA · On-site

$125 - $145/hr

We are seeking a California-licensed Optometrist for a 6-month locum tenens assignment in a pediatric-focused hospital outpatient setting. The ideal candidate has experience working with complex ...

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How much do hospital optometry jobs pay per hour?

As of Jul 1, 2026, the average hourly pay for hospital optometry in the United States is $18.57, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $15.62 and $19.47 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is hospital optometry?

Hospital optometry is a specialized branch of optometry where optometrists work within a hospital setting, often as part of multidisciplinary teams. These professionals provide comprehensive eye care, including vision assessments, diagnosis, and management of eye diseases, often working with patients who have complex medical conditions or require urgent care. Hospital optometrists may also co-manage patients with ophthalmologists, assist in pre- and post-operative care, and contribute to the training of medical staff. Their work is typically more medically focused compared to optometrists in private practice, dealing with a wider range of ocular and systemic conditions.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Hospital Optometrist, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Hospital Optometrist, you need a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree, state licensure, and a solid understanding of ocular diseases and advanced eye care. Familiarity with diagnostic imaging systems, electronic health records (EHRs), and specialized ophthalmic instruments is essential. Excellent interpersonal skills, attention to detail, and the ability to communicate complex information clearly make candidates stand out. These competencies are crucial for delivering accurate diagnoses, collaborating effectively with multidisciplinary teams, and ensuring optimal patient outcomes in a hospital setting.

How does working as a hospital optometrist differ from working in a private practice setting?

Hospital optometrists typically work as part of a multidisciplinary healthcare team, collaborating closely with ophthalmologists, nurses, and other specialists. Unlike private practice, the focus is often on managing complex ocular conditions, conducting pre- and post-operative assessments, and handling urgent or inpatient cases. The work environment can be more fast-paced, with exposure to a wider variety of medical cases, and there are often opportunities to participate in clinical research or teaching. This setting can offer a rewarding path for those interested in medical optometry and professional growth.

What is the difference between Hospital Optometry vs Optometry?

AspectHospital OptometryOptometry
CredentialsDoctor of Optometry (OD) license, possibly hospital-specific certificationsDoctor of Optometry (OD) license
Work EnvironmentHospitals, clinics, healthcare facilitiesPrivate practices, retail stores, clinics
Employer & IndustryHospitals, healthcare systemsPrivate practices, retail chains, clinics
Job FocusPatient care within hospital settings, emergency eye careComprehensive eye exams, vision correction, contact lenses

Hospital Optometry involves providing eye care within hospital settings, often focusing on emergency and inpatient services. Optometry generally refers to eye care services in private or retail settings, emphasizing routine exams and vision correction. Both roles require an OD license, but the work environment and focus differ significantly.

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Infographic showing various Hospital Optometry job openings in the United States as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 60% Full Time, and 40% Part Time. Highlights an 80% In-person, and 20% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $38,622 per year, or $18.6 per hour.

Health Technician (Optometry GAP)

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Charlotte, NC • On-site

$51K/yr

Other

Posted 19 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Measure and record visual acuity, including use of pinhole testing as indicated.

  • Assist the eye care provider with ophthalmic procedures and obtaining accurate ocular cultures and smears.

  • Triage and manage eyeglasses issues such as measurement of vertex distance, base curve, prism correction, center thickness, slab off, Fresnel prism, and decentration.

Job description

This position is located at the South Charlotte Healthcare Center, Optometry Service, Charlotte, NC with duty at the Charlotte Health Care Center, Charlotte, NC, with rotation to the Charlotte CBOC, Charlotte, NC. The incumbent provides varied range of significant patient-related duties in support of the eyecare, and treatment given to patients in Optometry Service.Qualifications:Basic Requirements:
  • United States Citizenship: Non-citizens may only be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens in accordance with VA Policy.
  • Experience and Education:
    • Experience. One year of experience as a health technician or assistant in the health care field demonstrating the applicant's ability to perform the work or by demonstrating a basic understanding of work in the health care field; OR
    • Education. Successful completion of two academic years above high school with a minimum of 12 semester hours related to health technician/assistant or health technician (optometry)/assistant or associate degree, or completion of an independent study course in an optometry related technician or assistant field; OR
    • Experience/Education Combination. Equivalent combinations of experience and education are qualifying. Examples are listed below:
      • Six months of experience comparable to the next lower level which demonstrates the knowledge of optometry assistant theory and practices and general understanding of the health technician/assistant duties and one year above high school with a minimum of six semester hours of health technician/assistant or health technician (optometry)/assistant related courses.
      • Successful completion of a course for health care technicians or assistants, hospital corpsmen, medical service specialists, or hospital training in a program given by the U.S. Armed Forces, the U.S. Maritime Service, or the U.S. Public Health Service, may be substituted on a month-for-month basis.
  • English Language Proficiency: Health Technician (Optometry) candidates must be proficient in spoken and written English to be appointed as authorized by 38 U.S.C. 7403(f).
  • Creditable Experience: To be creditable, the experience must have required the use of knowledge, skills and abilities associated with current health technician/assistant or health technician (optometry)/assistant practice. Experience satisfying this requirement may be paid or non-paid employment as a health technician/assistant or health technician (optometry)/assistant in the health care field.
  • Quality of Experience. Qualifying experience must be at a level comparable to health technician/assistant or health technician (optometry)/assistant experience at the next lower grade level of the position being filled. For all assignments above the full performance level, the higher level duties must consist of significant scope, administrative independence, complexity (difficulty) and range of variety as described in this standard at the specified grade level and be performed by the incumbent at least 25% of the time.
  • Part-Time Experience. Part-time experience is creditable according to its relationship to a full-time workweek. For example, an individual employed 20 hours per week, or on a half time basis, would receive one full-time work week of credit for each two weeks of service.
May qualify based on being covered by the Grandfathering Provision as described in the VA Qualification Standard for this occupation (only applicable to current VHA employees who are in this occupation and meet the criteria).
Grade Determinations: Health Technician (Optometry), GS-07
  • Experience: One year of experience comparable to the next lower level which demonstrates the knowledge, skills and abilities related to the duties of the position to be filled.
  • Demonstrated Knowledge, Skills and Abilities: In addition to meeting the experience or educational requirements for this grade level, the candidate must fully demonstrate the following KSAs:
    • Ability to determine preliminary objective estimate and/or refinement of the optical status of the eye, not to include the patient's final subjective refraction.
    • Ability to triage and manage eyeglasses issues (e.g., measurement of vertex distance, base curve, prism correction, center thickness, slab off, Fresnel prism, decentration, etc.).
    • Ability to perform accurate assessment of accommodation, near point of convergence and ocular alignment (far and near).
    • Ability to assist the eye care provider (optometrist or ophthalmologist) with ophthalmic procedures.
    • Ability to assist with obtaining accurate ocular cultures and smears.
    • Knowledge and ability to provide advanced patient education for eye health and/or vision conditions.
  • Assignment: Employee at this grade level serves as a full performance level health technician (optometry). The technicians perform duties such as measuring and recording visual acuity (with use of pinhole testing as indicated), obtaining accurate potential acuity meter, laser interferometry, contrast sensitivity or other specialized visual acuity measurements. The technicians also evaluate pupillary light responses and measure pupil size, determine the presence or absence of fusion and perform stereoacuity measurements. The health technicians (optometry) perform Amsler grid testing, administer eye drops under the supervision of an eye care provider (optometrist or ophthalmologist), perform basic tonometry (e.g., non-contact, Goldmann, Tono-Pen) and estimate the anterior chamber depth with a penlight or slit lamp biomicroscope. The technicians are skilled in properly reading a basic spectacle prescription using an automated or manual lensometer, obtaining accurate autorefractometry and keratometry measurements, performing confrontation and standard automated visual field testing and administering and scoring basic color vision tests (e.g., pseudoischromatic plates, Farnsworth D-15). The technicians are also adept at measuring and recording corneal thickness by pachymetry as well as performance of advanced corneal measurements, exophthalmometry, tear testing and ocular imaging (e.g., stereo fundus, basic slit lamp biomicroscopy, intraocular lens master measurements, ocular ultrasonography, posterior segment optical coherence tomography, fundus autofluorescence and/or ocular angiography).
Reference: For more information on this qualification standard, please visit https://www.va.gov/ohrm/QualificationStandards/.
The full performance level of this vacancy is GS-7.
Physical Requirements: See VA Directive and Handbook 5019.Education:Note: Only education or degrees recognized by the U.S. Department of Education from accredited colleges, universities, schools, or institutions may be used to qualify for Federal employment. You can verify your education here: http://ope.ed.gov/accreditation/. If you are using foreign education to meet qualification requirements, you must send a Certificate of Foreign Equivalency with your transcript in order to receive credit for that education. For further information, visit: https://sites.ed.gov/international/recognition-of-foreign-qualifications/.Employment Type: OTHER

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