Ophthalmic Medical Technicians

Top 3 Ophthalmic Medical Technician Jobs

  • Ophthalmology Physician - CompHealth - Columbus,OH

    Ophthalmology physician employment in Ohio : When it comes to finding the perfect locums assignment, sometimes it is all about who you know. CompHealth has been around for a long time and have a vast network of connections to facilities across the...

  • Ophthalmology Physician - Enterprise Medical Recruiting - Columbus,OH

    Ophthalmology physician employment in Ohio : Enterprise Medical Recruiting is scheduling interviews withOphthalmologists for an opportunity to join a highly reputable, physician-owned practicein...

  • Active Ophthalmologist - United States Army - Columbus,OH

    Ophthalmologist (Army Medical Officer) Job Overview As an Ophthalmologist, you will diagnose and provide treatment for injuries, diseases, and disorders of the eye. As an Officer on the U.S. Army health care team, you will also provide health support...

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What Ophthalmic medical technicians Do

Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions. May administer eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct the patient in care and use of corrective lenses.


Ophthalmic medical technician Salaries

  • 2020 employment: 60,900
  • May 2021 median annual wage: $37,180

Job Outlook for Ophthalmic medical technicians

Projected employment change, 2020-30:

  • Number of new jobs: 8,700
  • Growth rate: 14 percent (Faster than average)

How to Become an Ophthalmic medical technician

Education and training:

  • Typical entry-level education: Postsecondary nondegree award
  • Work experience in a related occupation: None
  • Typical on-the-job training: None

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