Education Requirements - Bachelors degree (STEM preferred) and post-graduate orthoptics program.
Job Summary - Certified Orthoptists (COs) diagnose and treat disorders of eye movement and alignment, such as strabismus (eye misalignment) and amblyopia (lazy eye). They work closely with ophthalmologists to conduct vision assessments, provide vision therapy, and manage non-surgical treatment plans to improve binocular vision and eye coordination.
Total Liscensed Orthopists in the U.S. - 300-400
Average Salary - $80,000-$120,000
Orthoptist at work with a child.
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