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How much do the average optometrist jobs pay per year?

As of Jul 27, 2026, the average yearly pay for the average optometrist in the United States is $124,213.00, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $98,000.00 and $146,000.00 per year, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is the difference between The Average Optometrist vs Optician?

AspectThe Average OptometristOptician
CredentialsDoctor of Optometry (OD) degree, state licensureHigh school diploma or equivalent, some may have certification
Work EnvironmentPrivate practices, clinics, hospitalsOptical stores, retail settings
Job RoleDiagnose and treat eye conditions, prescribe glasses and contact lensesAssist with frame selection, fit and dispense eyewear

The main difference between The Average Optometrist and an optician is that the optometrist diagnoses and treats eye health issues and prescribes corrective lenses, while the optician focuses on fitting and dispensing eyewear based on prescriptions. Both roles are essential in eye care but require different training and responsibilities.

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Infographic showing various The Average Optometrist job openings in the United States as of July 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 89% Full Time, 8% Part Time, and 2% Contract. Highlights an 96% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 3% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $124,213 per year, or $59.7 per hour.

Physician / Optometrist / Ohio / Locum or Permanent / Optometrist Job

Recruit-Care

Cincinnati, OH

Full-time

Medical, Vision, Retirement, PTO

Posted 3 days ago

Job description

Optometrist FT/PT work in LTC facilities

Locations needed: Columbus, Akron, Canton, Dayton, Toledo, Cincinnati, Cleveland.

WHAT IF THERE WAS A BETTER WAY TO PRACTICE OPTOMETRY?

About Our Practice

We are a fast-growing and established eye care company is seeking highly motivated, personable Optometrists to be our partners in providing vision care services to our growing clientele all over Ohio. Looking for doctors to work 1-5 days per week, depending on the doctor's availability. We offer a very flexible work schedule - you can work with us part-time to full-time, or even 2 days per month, depending on your availability.

We offer optometrists a strong alternative with endless potential in a growing sector; a lucrative and rewarding career path where you set your own hours, do minimal paperwork, have access to a full roster of patients, and treat interesting new cases and conditions daily.

Work less earn more. The average optometrist works 5-6 hours a day while earning more than what most optometrists earn in an 8-10 hour day.
Offering a flexible work schedule - part-time, full-time, or even just a couple of hours one day per week.
Set your own schedule. Never work evenings or weekends again. We have plenty of flexible, part-time, and full-time positions available.
Offering referral bonuses, compensation for gas, tolls, and some travel time paid as work time.
A technician will be assigned to work with you to provide assistance throughout the workday so that you can focus on the clinical aspects of the job.
The work is at various nursing homes within your geographical area, with reimbursement for tolls and gas and some of the travel time paid as work hours.
Please check out our career page as we are a nationwide company with lots of opportunities in many states/locations across the U.S.!
Optometrist Job Duties & Responsibilities

We are searching for a talented OD to join our growing practice! You will use your clinical and interpersonal skills to provide high-quality vision care to our patients. The ideal OD candidate is committed to delivering quality patient care and is eager to learn and develop their clinical skill set. Your regular duties will include:

Perform comprehensive eye exams.
Diagnose and assist in the treatment of ocular disease.
Handle eye-care emergencies.
As we age, so do our eyes. Working with seniors, youll have the opportunity to build experience with a wide range of eye conditions.
Compensation and Benefits

We reward our doctors with competitive salaries including:

Sick time
Vacation days
Malpractice insurance
Licensing fees
Continuing education (CE)
Whether you are looking for your first opportunity in eye care, or youre an experienced optometrist looking to take the next step in your career, we look forward to welcoming you to our team!

Qualifications:

Optometrist Job Requirements and Qualifications

Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree.
Valid state license to practice optometry.
Ability to communicate with a wide range of patient personalities.
Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
A strong sense of workplace professionalism and personal ethics.
Customer-service orientation with excellent interpersonal skills.
Benefits we offer for full-time work

Bonuses to cover healthcare costs and 401 k plans can be explained in detail; but we know we can offer a package to where your net salary, as an independent contractor, would be more than if you were an employee plus the health coverage and other bonuses.

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