Ophthalmic Medical Technicians
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Automation risk
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 14.7% by 2032
Total employment, and estimated job openings
Updated projections are due 09-2023.
Wages
In 2022, the median annual wage for 'Ophthalmic Medical Technicians' was $38,860, or $18 per hour
'Ophthalmic Medical Technicians' were paid 16.1% lower than the national median wage, which stood at $46,310
Wages over time
Volume
As of 2022 there were 66,060 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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