Ophthalmic Medical Technologists
Code: 29-2099.05
Bright Outlook
Median Annual Salary
Competitive / Variable
Sector & location dependent
Preparation & Education
Standard Educational Pathways
Job Zone N/A
Industry Outlook
Bright Outlook
Active demand across the UK workforce
Role Overview & What They Do
Assist ophthalmologists by performing ophthalmic clinical functions and ophthalmic photography. Provide instruction and supervision to other ophthalmic personnel. Assist with minor surgical procedures, applying aseptic techniques and preparing instruments. May perform eye exams, administer eye medications, and instruct patients in care and use of corrective lenses.
Also Known As (Alternative Job Titles)
Certified Diagnostic Ophthalmic Sonographer (CDOS)
Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (COMT)
Ophthalmic Echographer
Ophthalmic Medical Technologist (Ophthalmic Medical Tech)
Ophthalmic Photographer
Ophthalmic Sonographer
Ophthalmic Technologist (Ophthalmic Tech)
Ophthalmic Ultrasonographer
Registered Ophthalmic Ultrasound Biometrist (ROUB)
Surgical Coordinator
Daily Duties & On-The-Job Tasks
- Conduct tonometry or tonography tests to measure intraocular pressure.
- Take and document patients' medical histories.
- Take anatomical or functional ocular measurements, such as axial length measurements, of the eye or surrounding tissue.
Frequently Asked Questions About Ophthalmic Medical Technologists
Salaries for a Ophthalmic Medical Technologists vary depending on regional demand across the UK, industry sector, relevant technical certifications, and years of experience.
Most employers hiring for a Ophthalmic Medical Technologists in the UK require a combination of relevant educational qualifications, technical certifications, or demonstrative on-the-job vocational experience.
Essential skills and tooling for a Ophthalmic Medical Technologists include: Industry standard competencies, tooling, and methods. Practitioners also benefit from strong analytical problem solving and communication skills.
Ophthalmic Medical Technologists is classified as a Bright Outlook occupation in the UK, experiencing rapid growth and numerous annual employment openings across both public and private sectors.
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Salary Distribution
Salaries vary depending on region, certifications, and years of experience.
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