Career & Workforce Preparation
Learn more about this occupation to help determine if it's right for you.
Press the Search Now button to find training programs that will get started on your pathway to this career!
Ophthalmic Medical Technicians
Description
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.
Common Tasks
- Assess refractive conditions of eyes, using retinoscopes.
- Administer topical ophthalmic or oral medications.
- Assist patients to insert or remove contact lenses.
- Call patients to inquire about their post-operative status or recovery.
- Clean or sterilize ophthalmic or surgical instruments.
Required Education
Postsecondary non-degree award
Wages
In 2016 the mean hourly wage in the Greater Sacramento area was $20.13 . The hourly rate for this occupation typically paid between $12.52 and $29.04 .
In 2016 the mean annual salary in the Greater Sacramento area was $41,878.26 . The annual salary for this occupation typically paid between $26,031.88 and $60,423.19 .
Occupation Outlook
This occupation employed 4,000 people in California during 2014.
By 2024, there is expected to be an increase of 25.0% in the number of jobs in California for this occupation, bringing to total number to 5,000.
By 2024, in California, the median hourly rate for this occupation is expected to be $18.00 with the median annual salary reaching $37,901.
