Ophthalmic Medical Technologists
Median salary, education path, job outlook, and related careers — based on U.S. labor data.
Median salary
$50,290/yr
Typical range
$44,170 – $64,340
Education
High school diploma
Time to entry
No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning
What a Ophthalmic Medical Technologists does
Ophthalmic medical technologists perform diagnostic tests on patients' eyes and vision, assist eye doctors during examinations and procedures, and maintain specialized eye care equipment. They work in optometry and ophthalmology clinics.
Education & path
The typical entry point is a high school diploma. No degree required — short-term training or on-the-job learning.
Estimated cost of that path: No degree cost. Estimates only — actual cost varies widely by school and financial aid; payback assumes ~20% of income applied.
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