Ophthalmic Medical Technician
Code: 29-2057.00
Also known as: Certified Ophthalmic Medical Technician (Certified Ophthalmic Medical Tech), Certified Ophthalmic Surgical Assistant, Certified Ophthalmic Technician (COT), Certified Ophthalmic Technician-Surgical Assistant (COT-SA), Health Technician (Health Tech), Ophthalmic Assistant, Ophthalmic Diagnostic Sonographer, Ophthalmic Medical Assistant, Ophthalmic Medical Technician (Ophthalmic Medical Tech), Ophthalmic Technician
Description: Ophthalmic Medical Technicians measure, design, repair and fit prescription eye glasses and contact lenses. Most Technicians receive on-the-job training.
Typical wages
| 10% | $25,830 |
| 25% | $31,030 |
| Median | $37,940 |
| 75% | $47,490 |
| 90% | $57,900 |
| 10% | $12.42 |
| 25% | $14.92 |
| Median | $18.24 |
| 75% | $22.83 |
| 90% | $27.84 |
Projected employment
| Estimated Employment (2019 year) |
59,500 |
| Projected Employment (2029 year) |
67,900 |
| Percent Change | +0 % |
| Projected Annual Job Openings | 5,600 |