Thinking of becoming an optometrist? A Doctor of Optometry enjoys a career that is rewarding in many ways. With career paths in optometry from vision therapy, to ocular disease, pediatric optometry and more, you can find your niche and change lives. With salaries averaging $168K and work/life balance, you’ll have the time and means to do what matters to you most. Living your best can also mean taking opportunities to bring eye care to underserved populations all over the world.