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.
How to read this profile
BLS projects U.S. employment for Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric to increase by 4.5% between 2024 and 2034, from 9,700 to 10,200 jobs. Its estimate of 200 annual openings includes replacement needs, so it does not represent current vacancies, contract postings, or freelance demand. The wage ($300,080), education (Doctoral or professional degree), and related experience (None) figures on this profile describe typical U.S. employees. O*NET skills describe the occupation; they do not assess an individual worker's proficiency.
Base employment (2024)
9,700
Projected employment (2034)
10,200
Projected change (2024–2034)
5%
Annual openings (projected average)
200
Pay & Preparation
$300,080
Doctoral or professional degree
None
Internship/residency
Essential Skills
Critical Thinking (4.25/5) • Reading Comprehension (4.25/5) • Active Listening (4.12/5) • Writing (4/5) • Speaking (4/5) • Monitoring (4/5)
O*NET describes occupational requirements; these ratings do not measure current job-posting frequency or an individual worker’s proficiency.
BLS projections are long-term estimates; annual openings include growth and replacement needs and are not current vacancies.
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