Is being an optometrist a good fit for you?
Tests eyesight, checks eye health and treats eye conditions. Prescribes glasses and contact lenses.
What the work involves
- Examines eyes with instruments and drops to check vision and find diseases like glaucoma.
- Analyses test results and plans treatment.
- Prescribes, supplies, fits and adjusts glasses, contact lenses and other vision aids.
- Prescribes medicines to treat eye diseases where the law allows.
The interests that suit it
People in this work tend to be curious, helping and hands-on. Here is how much each of the six kinds of interest comes into it.
What it tends to reward
Compared with other work, this job stands out for:
- Security. Steady work in a well-run organisation.
- Mastery. Getting really good at something over time.
- Achievement. Progress, recognition, ambitious goals.
How much training it needs
Degree required. Usually a degree, sometimes more study after. Rules differ from country to country, so check locally before you commit.
Find out if it fits you
Answer quick questions about what you like doing and what keeps you going. We match you with roles from over 900 kinds of work, and you can see if an optometrist is one of yours.
Free. About 15 minutes. No account.