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Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric

Diagnose and perform surgery to treat and help prevent disorders and diseases of the eye. May also provide vision services for treatment including glasses and contacts.

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Median pay

≥$239,200
Median annual pay for Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024
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10-year growth

4.3%
Projected employment growth from 2024 to 2034.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Annual openings

300
Projected annual openings, including growth and replacement demand.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Employment

12,500
Estimated U.S. employment for Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric in 2024.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024
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Jobs added or lost

+500
Projected numeric employment change from 2024 to 2034.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024–2034 projections
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Entry preparation

Doctoral or professional degree
Typical additional preparation: Internship/residency.
U.S. Bureau of Labor Statistics · 2024 profile
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What the work involves

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Essential skills

  1. 1Critical Thinking
  2. 2Reading Comprehension
  3. 3Active Listening
  4. 4Active Learning
  5. 5Monitoring
  6. 6Speaking

Knowledge areas

  1. 1Medicine and Dentistry
  2. 2English Language
  3. 3Customer and Personal Service
  4. 4Biology
  5. 5Administration and Management
  6. 6Education and Training

Abilities

  1. 1Inductive Reasoning
  2. 2Near Vision
  3. 3Problem Sensitivity
  4. 4Written Comprehension
  5. 5Deductive Reasoning
  6. 6Oral Comprehension

Career interests

  1. 1Investigative
  2. 2Social
  3. 3Realistic
  4. 4Conventional
  5. 5Enterprising
  6. 6Artistic

Work styles

  1. 1Attention to Detail
  2. 2Dependability
  3. 3Cautiousness
  4. 4Integrity
  5. 5Self-Control
  6. 6Intellectual Curiosity

Work activities

  1. 1Identifying Objects, Actions, and Events
  2. 2Making Decisions and Solving Problems
  3. 3Assisting and Caring for Others
  4. 4Documenting/Recording Information
  5. 5Analyzing Data or Information
  6. 6Getting Information

Work context

  1. 1Freedom to Make Decisions
  2. 2Contact With Others
  3. 3Frequency of Decision Making
  4. 4E-Mail
  5. 5Impact of Decisions on Co-workers or Company Results
  6. 6Importance of Being Exact or Accurate

Representative tasks

  • Perform comprehensive examinations of the visual system to determine the nature or extent of ocular disorders.
  • Diagnose or treat injuries, disorders, or diseases of the eye and eye structures including the cornea, sclera, conjunctiva, or eyelids.
  • Provide or direct the provision of postoperative care.
  • Develop or implement plans and procedures for ophthalmologic services.
  • Prescribe or administer topical or systemic medications to treat ophthalmic conditions and to manage pain.
  • Develop treatment plans based on patients' histories and goals, the nature and severity of disorders, and treatment risks and benefits.
  • Perform ophthalmic surgeries such as cataract, glaucoma, refractive, corneal, vitro-retinal, eye muscle, or oculoplastic surgeries.
  • Educate patients about maintenance and promotion of healthy vision.

Software and tools

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