How do they match: 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.

  • Assess refractive conditions of eyes, using retinoscopes.
  • Instruct patients in the care and use of contact lenses.
  • Measure and record lens power, using lensometers.
  • Measure visual acuity, including near, distance, pinhole, or dynamic visual acuity, using appropriate tests.

  • Instruct patients in the use of assistive equipment.