Ophthalmic Technician

Ophthalmic Technician

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Duties and Responsibilities:

The Ophthalmic Technicians or the technologists help ophthalmologists collect data and measurements for the correct diagnosis and treatment of the eye diseases and problems. They work at hospitals, clinics, or for ophthalmologists in a private practice. Their duties include:

·         Preforming eye exams.

·         Assisting eye surgery.

·         Explaining diagnostic and treatment procedures to patients.

Salary: $14,000-$25,000

Education:

Students need a high school diploma or a GED certificate. They also need two years of college prior to the beginning of ophthalmic training. The programs may vary, but it can take up to two years to complete.

Reflection: Do you think you would like to be one? Why? Why not?

I would not like to be an Ophthalmic Technician because I would not enjoy working with the human eye. Also because I would be freaked out to work with it during surgery.