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Ophthalmic Medical Technologists

Median Salary
47,470
Job Outlook
N/A

Overview

What are the responsibilities of this role?

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography. Provide instruction and supervision to other ophthalmic personnel. Assist with minor surgical procedures, applying aseptic techniques and preparing instruments. May perform eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct patients in care and use of corrective lenses.

Compensation

What is the typical salary range?

$27,570

10%

$47,470

Median

$63,060

90%

How does location impact how much salary?

Education

What level of education do professionals in this role have?

Education Level

  • High school

    30%

  • Post-secondary certificate

    25%

  • Bachelor's degree

    15%

  • Some college

    10%

  • Associate's degree

    10%

  • Post baccalaureate

    10%

Which college majors best prepare you for this role?

  • Respiratory Care Therapy/Therapist
  • Electroneurodiagnostic/Electroencephalographic Technology/Technologist
  • Respiratory Therapy Technician/Assistant
  • Medical Radiologic Technology/Science - Radiation Therapist
  • Allied Health Diagnostic, Intervention, and Treatment Professions, Other
  • Radiologist Assistant
  • Gene/Genetic Therapy
  • Cardiopulmonary Technology/Technologist
  • Radiation Protection/Health Physics Technician
  • Orthopedic Technology/Technician

Skills and Interest

Which skill sets are the most valuable to possess?

Skills

  • Math and Science Skills

    High

  • Verbal Skills

    Mid

  • Leadership

    Mid

  • Technology Design and Control

    Low

  • Equipment Operation and Maintenance

    Mid

  • Critical Thinking and Problem Solving

    Mid

What knowledge should you bring to the table?

  • Customer and Personal Service
  • Administrative
  • Education and Training
  • Medicine and Dentistry
  • English Language

What challenges will you likely face in the workplace?

Workplace

  • Repetitiveness

    Mid

  • Responsibility

    Mid

  • Decision Making

    Mid

  • Physical Activity

    Mid

  • Exposure to Job Hazards

    Low

  • Time Pressure

    Low

  • Level Of Competition

    Low

What personality traits help people thrive in this role?

Realistic

You love hands-on work and solving practical problems — like fixing things and building stuff.

Investigative

You love figuring out how things work and researching subjects that interest you.

Conventional

You like structure, staying organized, and working with systems to get things done efficiently.

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Data supplied by Bureau of Labor Statistics, National Center of Education Statistics, Defense Manpower Data Center (View our update schedule). Contact any business, college or military service branch to answer additional questions.