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Am I Suited For This Job?

Optometrists should be:

  • able to work independently
  • patient
  • good with people

They should have:

  • good communication skills
  • some business training

Optometrists work in offices and treatment rooms; some may work evenings and weekends

Sources: WorkBC,  Career Cruising database (Profile for ‘Optometrist’)