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Optometrists

About this career

£38,753

Median salary

New workers start around £18,376.61. Normal pay is £38,753 per year. Highly experienced workers can earn up to £56,573.25.

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Jobs

Subjects achieved a 100% pass rate, including Maths, Further Maths, Physics, English Literature and Spanish.

About this career

  • Carries out research with glass and lens manufacturers.
  • Refers patient to a specialist, where necessary.
  • Advises patient on proper use of glasses, contact lenses and other aids, and on appropriate lighting conditions for reading and working.
  • Prescribes appropriate spectacle lenses, contact lenses and other aids.
  • Examines eyes and tests vision of patient, identifies problems, defects, injuries and ill health.

Skills Employers Are Looking For

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Skills

Job postings

Reading Comprehension
60
Active Listening
58
Writing
57
Critical Thinking
57
Speaking
55
Active Learning
51
Monitoring
51
Learning Strategies
46
Mathematics
39
Science
12