Ophthalmic Technician
Duties and Responsibilities:
Ophthalmic
technicians or technologists help ophthalmologists collect data and
measurements to allow the correct diagnosis and treatment of eye diseases and
problems. They work at hospitals,
clinics, or for ophthalmologists in private practice. Their duties often include: Performing simple eye exams. Assisting with
eye surgery. Explaining diagnostic and treatment procedures to patients
Salary: $14,000 -
$25,000
Education:
Students will
need a high school diploma (or GED certificate) and two years of college prior
to beginning ophthalmic training programs.
These programs may vary in length, but can take up to two years to
complete.
Reflection: Do you
think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?
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