There are 3 major parts of the respiratory system: the airway, the lungs, and the muscles of respiration. The airway, which includes the nose, mouth, pharynx, larynx, trachea, bronchi, and bronchioles, carries air between the lungs and the bodyâs exterior.
The starting salary for optometrists with less than a year of experience typically ranges from $57,810 to $102,129 a year according to Payscale. These professionals earn bonuses in the average amount of $500 per year. The hourly rate for professionals with less than a year of experience is between $39.09 and $54.38.
Those optometrists working in the middle of the pack make between $103 and $131K a year, making their hourly rates between $50 and $63 an hour. Many factors can add up to influence the salary of an optometrist. Hours worked, level of education, and geographical area all factor in to an annual salary.