Optometrist Jobs in Missouri

Optometrist jobs in Missouri draw steady demand across private practices, retail optical chains, and health system-affiliated eye care clinics, with openings at every level from new graduates to experienced practice owners. The busiest hiring markets are Kansas City, St. Louis, and Springfield, where employers such as Walmart Vision Centers, SSM Health, and Eye Care Associates of Missouri maintain consistent optometrist needs. Therapeutic contact lens fitting, pediatric optometry, and ocular disease management are among the most sought-after specialties across the state. Scan the live roles below and apply to whichever ones fit.

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Overview

Open roles52
Top employerWalmart
Top citySt. Louis, MO
Cities hiring25
Work type100% On-site
Top industryRetail

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Visionworks
Optometrist
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Optometrist
Visionworks
Joplin, Missouri
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$55 - $75.63/hr
5,001-10,000

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Optometrist
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Optometrist
Visionworks
Saint Joseph, Missouri
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$55 - $75.63/hr
5,001-10,000

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Optometrist
Visionworks
Springfield, Missouri
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$56.65 - $77.9/hr
5,001-10,000

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Optometrist
Visionworks
Kansas City, Missouri
Business Operations
Project Management
Quality Assurance & Testing (QA Testing)
$55 - $75.63/hr
5,001-10,000

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Clarkson Eyecare
Optometrist - Part-time
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Optometrist - Part-time
Clarkson Eyecare
Arnold, Missouri
Business Development
Corporate Development & M&A
Executive Leadership & C-Suite
1,001-5,000

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Optometrist Jobs by City in Missouri

Where Missouri roles are concentrated, by current openings.

St. Louis
7 jobs
Kansas City
6 jobs
Springfield
5 jobs
Union
3 jobs
Arnold
3 jobs
Columbia
3 jobs
Fenton
2 jobs
Joplin
2 jobs
Farmington
2 jobs

Optometrist Job Market in Missouri

A snapshot from current Missouri openings, updated as new roles post.

Who's Hiring

Walmart
Walmart9 open roles
Clarkson Eyecare
Clarkson Eyecare8 open roles
Visionworks
Visionworks6 open roles

Top Industries Hiring

  • Retail
  • Consumer Goods
  • Healthcare & Medical Services
  • E-Commerce & Online Marketplaces
  • Medical Devices

What Missouri Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in optometrist jobs across Missouri.

  • Active optometrist license issued or recognized by the Missouri Board of Optometry
  • Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited optometry school
  • Certification to prescribe and administer topical pharmaceutical agents in Missouri
  • Experience with electronic health records and optometric diagnostic equipment
  • Ability to perform comprehensive eye exams and contact lens fittings independently
  • Strong patient communication skills in a clinical or retail optometry setting

Optometrist Jobs in Missouri: Frequently Asked Questions

How do you become a optometrist in Missouri?

You must earn a Doctor of Optometry degree from an accredited program and then obtain a license from the Missouri Board of Optometry. Licensing requires passing the National Board of Examiners in Optometry examinations and completing the Missouri jurisprudence exam. Missouri also requires a separate pharmaceutical certification to prescribe topical agents. Once licensed, you can apply to practices, health systems, or retail optical groups operating in the state.

How much do optometrists make in Missouri?

Optometrists in Missouri earn a median of about $133,810 a year, based on May 2025 Bureau of Labor Statistics wage data, ranging from around $64,610 for the lowest 10% to over $175,270 for the top 10%. Pay rises with experience, specialty, and employer.

Which companies hire optometrists in Missouri?

Employers hiring optometrists in Missouri right now include Walmart, Clarkson Eyecare, and Visionworks, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of August 2026. Missouri's mix of large health systems, independent practice groups, and retail optical chains means consistent openings across both urban and suburban markets throughout the state.

Which Missouri cities have the most optometrist jobs?

St. Louis, Kansas City, and Springfield have the most optometrist openings in Missouri. St. Louis and Kansas City lead because of their large health systems and dense retail optical presence, while Springfield draws consistent demand as the regional hub for southwest Missouri, where independent practices and regional medical groups anchor much of the hiring.

Are there remote optometrist jobs in Missouri?

Yes, but they're rare. Optometry is a hands-on clinical field that requires in-person patient exams, so most roles are fully on-site. About 0% of optometrist openings tied to Missouri are remote or hybrid as of August 2026, and those positions are almost exclusively in administrative, clinical consulting, or telehealth triage functions rather than direct patient care.

How can I get hired as a optometrist in Missouri with little or no experience?

The most realistic entry path is an optometry residency, which Missouri health systems such as the VA St. Louis Health Care System and university-affiliated programs offer for new graduates. Retail optical employers including large Missouri Walmart Vision Centers regularly hire associate optometrists straight from graduation. Completing your Missouri pharmaceutical certification before applying and having externship hours logged in Missouri practices strengthens your candidacy considerably for these entry-level openings.

Where can I find and apply to optometrist jobs in Missouri?

You can find and apply to optometrist jobs in Missouri on Migrate Mate, which lists current Missouri openings from practices, health systems, and retail optical groups across the state. Search the roles that match your experience and specialty, then apply directly to the ones that fit your situation.

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