Ophthalmic Medical Technicians
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High Risk (61-80%): Jobs in this category face a significant threat from automation, as many of their tasks can be easily automated using current or near-future technologies.
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Growth
The number of 'Ophthalmic Medical Technicians' job openings is expected to rise 19.8% by 2034
Total employment, and estimated job openings
Updated projections are due 09-2025.
Wages
In 2024, the median annual wage for 'Ophthalmic Medical Technicians' was $44,080, or $21 per hour
'Ophthalmic Medical Technicians' were paid 10.9% lower than the national median wage, which stood at $49,500
Wages over time
Volume
As of 2024 there were 76,520 people employed as 'Ophthalmic Medical Technicians' within the United States.
This represents around < 0.001% of the employed workforce across the country
Put another way, around 1 in 2 thousand people are employed as 'Ophthalmic Medical Technicians'.
Job 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.
SOC Code: 29-2057.00
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