Optometrist

Overview The U.S. Navy is seeking licensed Optometrists and graduating Doctors of Optometry (O.D.) to serve as commissioned Officers in the Navy Medical Service Corps. As a Navy Optometrist you will serve the routine and acute eye-care needs of military personnel, their families and those in need around the globe. Responsibilities Perform comprehensive eye examinations & vision assessments Diagnose and manage ocular disease and visual disorders Prescribe corrective lenses and treatment plans Provide patient education and preventive eye care services Surgical co-management Subspecialty focuses such as low vision, traumatic brain injury rehab, specialty contact lenses and more Pay & Benefits Competitive salary and officer compensation pay Up to $120,000-$170,000+ total yearly compensation depending on experience, rank and incentives Signing bonus & specialty incentive pay Free medical and dental coverage 30 days paid vacation annually Housing and food allowance (tax-exempt) Retirement and pension benefits Post-9/11 GI Bill college benefits Qualifications Citizenship: U.S. Citizen Age: Commission before the age of 42 (age waivers, accepted case-by-case basis) Education: Graduate with Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree from an accredited institution by the Accreditation Council on Optometric Education License: Currently licensed and practicing in the U.S. (new graduates must obtain a license within one year of beginning Active Duty service) ACTIVE DUTY SERVICE OBLIGATION: 3-4 years * This is a full time active duty position as a Navy Officer in the Medical Service Corps (MSC) * HOW TO APPLY: If you are interested, click "Apply" to proceed to the pre-screening questionnaires and register your contact information at: