JobSOC 29-2057

Ophthalmic Medical Technicians

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.

Definition from U.S. Department of Labor, Employment and Training Administration (USDOL/ETA) (O*NET 31.0 (August 2026)).

01.

Studied through

3 programs

Optometric Technician/Assistant51.1802
Ophthalmic Technician/Technologist51.1803
Orthoptics/Orthoptist51.1804

02.

Draws on

Customer and Personal Service4.3 of 5
Medicine and Dentistry4.2 of 5
English Language4.0 of 5

Importance as rated in O*NET (1 to 5); areas rated 3.5 or more, up to eight.