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.
Geography. As with other healthcare specialties, some states offer optometrists and ophthalmologists better pay. The AMGA's figures show that the North and West paid optometrists better than the East and South. The BLS has South Dakota leading the way, with an average salary of $148,640 for its optometrists.