How do they match: Ophthalmic Medical Technologists

  • Certified Ophthalmic Assistant
  • Ophthalmic Medical Assistant
  • Ophthalmic Surgical Assistant

  • 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.

  • Assist physicians in performing ophthalmic procedures, including surgery.
  • Measure the thickness of the retinal nerve, using scanning laser polarimetry techniques to aid in diagnosis of glaucoma.
  • Photograph patients' eye areas, using clinical photography techniques, to document retinal or corneal defects.

  • Assist healthcare practitioners during examinations or treatments.
  • Assist healthcare practitioners during surgery.
  • Instruct patients in the use of assistive equipment.