Diagnose and treat visual system disorders such as binocular vision and eye movement impairments.
Orthoptists
SOC: 29-1299 O*NET: 29-1299.02
Median Salary
$113,730
per year
Job Growth
➡️ 2%
Average (2024-2034)
Annual Openings
2.4
projected jobs/year
Education Level
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Job Zone 5
Diagnose and treat visual system disorders such as binocular vision and eye movement impairments.
Overview
Compensation & Benefits
Salary Distribution by Percentile
Understanding where you might fall in the salary range based on experience and location.
10th
$68,238
25th
$90,984
50th (Median)
$113,730
75th
$136,476
90th
$170,595
Percentile Explained: If you're in the 75th percentile, you earn more than 75% of workers in this occupation. Entry-level positions typically fall in the 10th-25th percentile range, while experienced professionals often reach the 75th-90th percentile.
Typical Benefits Package
Health & Wellness
- ✓Health Insurance
- ✓Dental Insurance
- ✓Vision Insurance
- ✓Mental Health Support
- ✓Wellness Programs
Financial Benefits
- ✓401(k) Retirement Plan
- ✓Employer Match (typically 3-6%)
- ✓Profit Sharing
- ✓Stock Options
- ✓Performance Bonuses
Work-Life Balance
- ✓Paid Time Off (15-25 days)
- ✓Paid Sick Leave
- ✓Flexible Work Arrangements
- ✓Remote Work Options
- ✓Parental Leave
Professional Development
- ✓Tuition Reimbursement
- ✓Professional Certifications
- ✓Conference Attendance
- ✓Training Programs
- ✓Mentorship Opportunities
Note: Benefits vary widely by employer, company size, and location. Large corporations and tech companies often offer more comprehensive packages, while small businesses may offer fewer benefits but more flexibility. Always review the complete compensation package, not just base salary.
Job Market Intelligence
Job Market Intelligence
Medium Demand
Market demand
Medium Risk
Automation risk
Current Employment
National Employment:41,300
10-Year Outlook
Growth Rate:+2%
Annual Openings:2,400
Employment Projections
2024 (Current)41,300
Current
2034 (Projected)42,200
+2%
+800
Employment Change
+2%
Growth Rate
10
Year Projection
Growth Category: As fast as average
Key Growth Factors
- •Average growth expected
Top Skills
✓
Active Listening
Active Listening
✓
Critical Thinking
Critical Thinking
✓
Speaking
Speaking
✓
Social Perceptiveness
Social Perceptiveness
✓
Reading Comprehension
Reading Comprehension
✓
Science
Science
✓
Writing
Writing
✓
Complex Problem Solving
Complex Problem Solving
✓
Judgment and Decision Making
Judgment and Decision Making
✓
Service Orientation
Service Orientation
Key Knowledge Areas
✓
Medicine and Dentistry
✓
English Language
✓
Education and Training
✓
Customer and Personal Service
✓
Psychology
✓
Biology
Education & Training
Education Required
Bachelor's degree plus work experience, or graduate degree
Experience Required
Extensive skill, knowledge, and experience needed
Job Training
Extensive training and work experience required