OPHTHALMIC TECHNICIAN!

Duties & Responsibilities:

Ophthalmic technicians help ophthalmologists collect data & measurements to allow the correct diagnosis and treatment such as, eye diseases and other problems. They work at hospitals, clinics, or for ophthalmologists in private practice. Their duties include:

·        Performing simple eye exams.

·        Assisting with eye surgery.

·        Explaining diagnostic & treatment procedures to patients.

Average Salary: $14,000 - $25,000

Educational Requirements:

Students will need a high school diploma or (GED certificate). And also two years college prior to beginning ophthalmic training programs .

Reflection: I don’t think I would want to be a ophthalmic technician because I’m interesting in doing something else. (: !