Offices of Optometrists
This industry comprises establishments of health practitioners having the degree of O.D. (Doctor of Optometry) primarily engaged in the independent practice of optometry. These practitioners examine, diagnose, treat, and manage diseases and disorders of the visual system, the eye, and associated structures as well as diagnose related systemic conditions. Offices of optometrists prescribe and/or provide eyeglasses, contact lenses, low vision aids, and vision therapy. They operate private or group practices in their own offices (e.g., centers, clinics) or in the facilities of others, such as hospitals or HMO medical centers, and may also provide the same services as opticians, such as selling and fitting prescription eyeglasses and contact lenses.
Top Careers in this Sector
Healthcare Practitioners and Technical Occupations
29-0000
Health Technologists and Technicians
29-2000
Office and Administrative Support Occupations
43-0000
Opticians, Dispensing
29-2080
Opticians, Dispensing
29-2081
Healthcare Diagnosing or Treating Practitioners
29-1000
Optometrists
29-1040
Optometrists
29-1041
Health Practitioner Support Technologists and Technicians
29-2050
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians
29-2057
Information and Record Clerks
43-4000
Receptionists and Information Clerks
43-4170
Receptionists and Information Clerks
43-4171
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
43-6000
Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
43-6010
Healthcare Support Occupations
31-0000
Other Healthcare Support Occupations
31-9000
Miscellaneous Healthcare Support Occupations
31-9090
Medical Secretaries and Administrative Assistants
43-6013
Medical Assistants
31-9092
Industry Snapshot
Avg Salary
$53,590
Growth Rate
+3.82%
Active Roles
151