Careers · Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric · Michigan
Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric in Michigan
Ophthalmologists diagnose and treat eye diseases and disorders, performing surgical procedures when needed. They work in private practices, hospitals, and surgical centers, examining patients, prescribing treatments, and fitting corrective lenses In Michigan the median pay is $179,720 a year, 40% below the national median of $300,080.
$179,720median pay in Michigan, per year
$134,840–$459,770middle half earn
150employed in Michigan
$300,080U.S. median, for comparison
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What it takes
Preparation: Extensive preparation (graduate degree and/or many years of experience). Most hold doct.
Skills that matter most
Reading ComprehensionCritical ThinkingActive ListeningWritingSpeakingActive LearningMonitoringSocial Perceptiveness
Knowledge areas
Medicine and DentistryEnglish LanguageCustomer and Personal ServiceBiologyAdministration and ManagementEducation and Training
Full profile, interests that fit, certifications and training: Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric.
Licenses and training in Michigan
Ophthalmologists, Except Pediatric pay in other states
Rhode Island · $450,370New Hampshire · $404,330California · $400,150Florida · $399,440Iowa · $394,900Georgia · $382,920Minnesota · $372,200New York · $360,050Nevada · $345,600Maine · $337,850
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Are you suited for this?
Four short assessments and your background, scored against ophthalmologists, except pediatric and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
Four short assessments and your background, scored against ophthalmologists, except pediatric and 13,000 other careers — with the reasons. Free.
O*NET-SOC 29-1241.00. Pay: BLS Occupational Employment and Wage Statistics, May 2025, Michigan, annual.