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Veterans Health Administration

Optometrist

Fort Smith, AR · On-site +1

$125K - $190K/yr

Participate in the clinical supervision of optometry residents and student externs if available ... the management of medically complex patients. NOTE: The Approving Official may approve, under ...

Radiant Eye Care

Optometrist

Springdale, AR

$125K/yr

... manage conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy. - Provide pre- and post ... an Optometrist offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients ...

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Radiant Eye Care

Optometrist

Springdale, AR · On-site

$125K/yr

... manage conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy. - Provide pre- and post ... an Optometrist offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients ...

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Radiant Eye Care

Optometrist

Springdale, AR · On-site

$125K/yr

... manage conditions such as glaucoma, cataracts, and diabetic retinopathy. - Provide pre- and post ... an Optometrist offers the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the lives of our patients ...

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keplrvision

$15.50 - $19.50/hr

Ensure smooth patient flow by coordinating appointments and managing office communications * Work ... optometry.

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How much do optometry manager jobs pay per year?

As of Jun 30, 2026, the average yearly pay for optometry manager in Arkansas is $102,713.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $81,000.00 and $120,700.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between Optometry Manager vs Optometrist?

AspectOptometry ManagerOptometrist
CredentialsTypically requires a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree; may need management or leadership trainingRequires a Doctor of Optometry (OD) degree and state licensure
Work EnvironmentManages staff and operations in clinics or optical centersPerforms eye exams, diagnoses, and prescribes treatments directly to patients
Employer & Industry UsageOptometry clinics, healthcare facilities, optical retail storesOptometry clinics, private practices, healthcare settings

While both roles require an OD degree and licensure, the Optometry Manager focuses on overseeing clinic operations and staff, whereas the Optometrist provides direct patient care. The manager handles administrative tasks, staff coordination, and business development, while the optometrist concentrates on eye health assessments and treatments.

What are the most commonly searched types of Optometry jobs in Arkansas? The most popular types of Optometry jobs in Arkansas are:
Infographic showing various Optometry Manager job openings in Arkansas as of June 2026, with employment types broken down into 86% Full Time, and 14% Part Time. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $102,713 per year, or $49.4 per hour.

Optometrist

SD Department of Veterans Affairs

Fort Smith, AR • On-site

$125K/yr

Other

Posted 29 days ago

Job description

This position is eligible for the Education Debt Reduction Program (EDRP), a student loan payment reimbursement program. You must meet specific individual eligibility requirements in accordance with VHA policy and submit your EDRP application within four months of appointment. Approval, award amount (up to $200,000) and eligibility period (one to five years) are determined by the VHA Education Loan Repayment Services program office after complete review of the EDRP application.
Qualifications:To qualify for this position, you must meet the basic requirements as well as any additional requirements (if applicable) listed in the job announcement. Applicants pending the completion of training or license requirements may be referred and tentatively selected but may not be hired until all requirements are met. Currently employed physician(s) in VA who met the requirements for appointment under the previous qualification standard at the time of their initial appointment are deemed to have met the basic requirements of the occupation.
Basic Requirements:
  • Citizenship. Be a citizen of the United States (U.S.) in accordance with section 7402(c) to title 38, United States Code (U.S.C). Non-citizens may be appointed when it is not possible to recruit qualified citizens according to 38 U.S.C. 7407(a).
  • Education. Degree of Doctor of Optometry resulting from a course of education in optometry. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools or colleges approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs (VA) for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are United States and Canadian schools or colleges of optometry listed as accredited by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education (ACOE), in the list published for the year in which the course of study was completed.
  • Licensure/Registration: Optometrists must possess a current, full and unrestricted license to practice optometry, and maintain a current registration in a state, territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia that requires successful passage of all parts of National Board of Examiners in Optometry intended for basic licensure. The Optometrist must maintain current registration in the state of licensure if this is a requirement for continuing active, current licensure.
  • Residency Training or Comparable Experience: Optometrists must have successfully completed residency training, approved by the Secretary of VA in an accredited post-graduate training program, or have comparable experience, as described below:
    • (1) Approved residencies are those with accredited or within pre-accredited status by the ACOE, in the list published for the year the residency was completed. OR
    • (2) Two years of licensed clinical optometric practice in the United States consisting of active involvement in the management of medically complex patients.
NOTE: The Approving Official may approve, under unusual circumstances, a waiver of residency or comparable experience.Education:Degree of Doctor of Optometry resulting from a course of education in Optometry. The degree must have been obtained from one of the schools or colleges approved by the Secretary of Veterans Affairs for the year in which the course of study was completed. Approved schools are:
(1) United States and Canadian schools or colleges of Optometry listed as accredited by the Council on Optometric Education of the American Optometric Association, in the list published for the year in which the course of study was completed.
(2) Schools (including foreign schools) accepted by the licensing body of a State, Territory, or Commonwealth of the United States, or in the District of Columbia as qualifying for full or unrestricted licensure.Employment Type: OTHER

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